species 1,906 observations

Dusky Smooth-hound

Mustelus canis

Field notes

The dusky smooth-hound (Mustelus canis), also called the smooth dogfish or the dog shark, is a species of houndshark in the family Triakidae. This shark is an olive grey or brown in color, and may have shades of yellow or grayish white. Females live to 16 years and males have a lifespan of 10 years. M. canis was the first shark recognised to have viral infections.

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Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided