description Little gulper shark Overview
The little gulper shark is the deepwater dogfish Centrophorus uyato, a member of the family Centrophoridae. It inhabits deep marine environments and is notable for a very low reproductive rate compared with many other sharks. Females commonly produce only one pup per litter, a life-history characteristic that can limit the species' ability to recover from sustained mortality.
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What is the scientific name of the little gulper shark?
The little gulper shark is Centrophorus uyato. It belongs to the dogfish family Centrophoridae and is adapted to deep marine habitats.
Where does the little gulper shark live?
It lives in deep parts of the ocean rather than in shallow coastal water. Its deepwater habitat makes it difficult to observe compared with familiar inshore sharks.
How many pups does a little gulper shark usually have?
A female commonly produces only one pup per litter. This low reproductive output means populations can recover slowly after fishing pressure.
Is the little gulper shark a true gulper shark?
It is commonly called a gulper shark, but it is a dogfish shark in the family Centrophoridae. The name distinguishes it from larger sharks such as great whites and hammerheads.
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