Mustelus whitneyi Chirichigno F., 1973
Humpback smooth-hound
photo by Robertson, R.

Family:  Triakidae (Houndsharks), subfamily: Triakinae
Max. size:  87 cm TL (female)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 16 - 211 m
Distribution:  Southeast Pacific: Ecuador to southern Chile.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  An offshore bottom-dwelling shark found on the continental shelf. Prefers rocky bottom around islands. Feeds on crabs, mantis shrimp, and small bony fishes. Viviparous, with 5 to 10 young per litter. Size at birth about 25 cm.
IUCN Red List Status: Critically Endangered (CR); Date assessed: 07 February 2019 (A2bd) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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