description Clouded angelshark Overview
The clouded angelshark is Squatina nebulosa, a benthic shark of the northwest Pacific recorded from Japan and nearby seas. Its flattened body and broad pectoral fins give it the ray-like outline typical of angelsharks, while its mottled or clouded coloration is associated with life on the seafloor. It belongs to Squatinidae, the angelshark family, whose members are adapted to rest on the bottom and ambush passing prey.
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What is the scientific name of the clouded angelshark?
The clouded angelshark is Squatina nebulosa. It is a benthic shark of the northwest Pacific.
Where does the clouded angelshark live?
It has been recorded from Japan and nearby northwest Pacific seas. The species is associated with the seafloor rather than open-water swimming.
Why does the clouded angelshark look like a ray?
Its body is flattened and its pectoral fins are broad, giving it the ray-like outline typical of angelsharks. Despite that appearance, it is a shark.
What does the clouded coloration do?
Its mottled or clouded coloring helps it blend with the seabed. This camouflage suits a benthic predator that spends much of its time close to the bottom.
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