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The Narrowmouth cat shark (Schroederichthys bivius) is a saltwater fish of the family Scyliorhinidae that grows up to 70 cm.
Around southern South America; continental shelf of the southeast Pacific and southwest Atlantic.
Description
The narrowmouthed catshark is a small catshark of the family Scyliorhinidae from the south-eastern Pacific and south-western Atlantic around southern South America. The species grows to about 70 cm and has a slender, elongate body with a marbled pattern, occurring commonly from inshore to deeper on the continental shelf. It lays eggs in horny egg cases. Notable is its dental dimorphism: adult males have teeth at least twice as high as those of females and a longer, narrower mouth. As a small bottom shark it is harmless to humans and feeds on crustaceans and small fishes.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Narrowmouth cat shark?
The Narrowmouth cat shark has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Dental dimorphism: males have much taller teeth and a longer, narrower mouth than females.
Where does the Narrowmouth cat shark live?
The Narrowmouth cat shark lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Around southern South America; continental shelf of the southeast Pacific and southwest Atlantic.
How big does the Narrowmouth cat shark get?
The Narrowmouth cat shark grows to a maximum of about 70 cm.
Is the Narrowmouth cat shark dangerous to humans?
No, the Narrowmouth cat shark is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Narrowmouth cat shark edible?
The Narrowmouth cat shark is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Schroederichthys
More from the family Scyliorhinidae
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