description Blackspotted smoothhound Overview
The blackspotted smooth-hound (Mustelus punctulatus) is a demersal houndshark in the family Triakidae, described by Risso in 1827. It lives on continental shelves of the subtropical eastern Atlantic from the Mediterranean to Western Sahara, from the surface to about 250 m. The name refers to small black spots that may occur on the body. It is listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN, although records are complicated by confusion with related smoothhounds.
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What is the scientific name of the blackspotted smoothhound?
The blackspotted smooth-hound is Mustelus punctulatus. Risso described the species in 1827.
Where does the blackspotted smooth-hound live?
It lives on continental shelves in the subtropical eastern Atlantic. Its range extends from the Mediterranean to Western Sahara.
How deep can blackspotted smooth-hounds occur?
The species has been recorded from near the surface to about 250 metres. It is a demersal houndshark, meaning it spends much of its time near the seabed.
What family does Mustelus punctulatus belong to?
It belongs to the family Triakidae, the houndsharks. Its common name reflects the smoothhound group within that family.
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