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The Brown smooth hound (Mustelus henlei) is a saltwater fish of the family Triakidae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The brown smooth-hound is a houndshark (Triakidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 1 m and has a slender, bronze-brown body with large eyes and the blunt, pavement-like teeth characteristic of smooth-hounds, with which it crushes shellfish. Adults live on the continental shelf, from the intertidal zone to at least 200 m deep. It feeds on crabs, ghost shrimps, mantis shrimps, isopods, squids and polychaetes. The species is viviparous and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown smooth hound?
The Brown smooth hound has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Blunt, knob-shaped teeth to crack crustaceans; ovoviviparous smooth-hound.
Where does the Brown smooth hound live?
The Brown smooth hound lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; continental shelf.
How big does the Brown smooth hound get?
The Brown smooth hound grows to a maximum of about 100 cm.
Is the Brown smooth hound dangerous to humans?
No, the Brown smooth hound is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Brown smooth hound edible?
Yes, the Brown smooth hound is commonly eaten.
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