description Humantin (Oxynotus centrina) Overview
The Angular Roughshark (Oxynotus centrina) is a species of shark belonging to the family Oxynotidae, found in the Mediterranean Sea and the adjacent eastern Atlantic Ocean. It is a benthic species that inhabits continental shelf and slope waters, where it feeds primarily on small invertebrates on or near the seafloor. The species has a distinctive angular body shape with prominent, sail-like dorsal fins that give it a compressed, roughly triangular profile. Population declines attributed to bottom trawling have led conservation organizations to classify the species as threatened.
help Humantin (Oxynotus centrina) FAQ
What type of marine animal is the Humantin (Oxynotus centrina)?
The Humantin, more commonly known in English as the Angular Roughshark, is a rare species of deep-sea shark. It belongs to the Oxynotidae family, which are distinguished by their unusually triangular, compressed bodies.
Where does the Humantin shark typically live?
The Humantin is a demersal shark native to the Eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. It typically inhabits the deeper waters of the outer continental shelf, dwelling at depths ranging from 50 to 700 meters.
What is the conservation status of the Humantin (Oxynotus centrina)?
The species is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Its population is severely declining due to deep-water bottom trawling operations that accidentally capture it as bycatch.
What does the Angular Roughshark look like?
It features a remarkably high, flattened body that resembles a dorsal fin, giving it a distinctively angular and almost prehistoric appearance. It also has a short, blunt head, prominent spiracles behind its eyes, and rough, bristle-like denticles covering its skin.
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