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The Gulf smoothhound (Mustelus sinusmexicanus) is a saltwater fish of the family Triakidae that grows up to 83 cm.
Description
The Gulf smoothhound is a houndshark (Triakidae) from coastal waters of the Gulf of Mexico in the western Atlantic. The species grows to about 83 cm and has a slender, grey-brown, streamlined body with large oval eyes and flattened molars. As a bottom-oriented hunter it lives over sand and mud bottoms of the continental shelf and crushes crabs, crustaceans and molluscs. It bears live young. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gulf smoothhound?
The Gulf smoothhound has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Gulf smoothhound live?
The Gulf smoothhound lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. North America: USA
How big does the Gulf smoothhound get?
The Gulf smoothhound grows to a maximum of about 83 cm.
Is the Gulf smoothhound dangerous to humans?
No, the Gulf smoothhound is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Mustelus
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