Atlantic Angelshark
(Squatina dumeril)

Biological Profile Atlantic angelshark (Squatina dumeril) illustration ©FAO courtesy Species Identification and Biodata

Distinguishing Characteristics

1. Nasal barbels

2. Large eyes and spiracles less than 1.5 times eye diameter

3. Pectoral fins are broad and posteriorly angular

4. Spines present along back from head to the dorsal fins, between the fin bases, and on the snout and above the eyes

Atlantic angelshark (Squatina dumeril) Specimen: Dorsal view © George Burgess

Atlantic angelshark (Squatina dumeril) Specimen: Ventral view © George Burgess

Atlantic angelshark (Squatina dumeril) Specimen: Nasal barbels and large eyes © George Burgess

Atlantic angelshark (Squatina dumeril) Specimen: Denticles on pectoral fins © George Burgess