The Gray mouth dog (Mustelus mustelus) is a saltwater fish of the family Triakidae that grows up to 200 cm.
Description
The common smooth-hound is a slender coastal shark of the family Triakidae reaching about 200 cm. The body is uniformly grey to greyish-brown with a white belly, sometimes with a few black spots. Unlike many sharks it lacks sharp cutting teeth, instead having rounded, pavement-like molars used to crush crustaceans. The smooth-hound lives on the continental shelf of the eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean, usually between 5 and 50 m, feeding mainly on crustaceans supplemented with cephalopods and fish. It is viviparous with a yolk-sac placenta. Because of heavy fishing pressure the species is assessed as Endangered.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gray mouth dog?
The Gray mouth dog has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Gray mouth dog live?
The Gray mouth dog lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Gray mouth dog get?
The Gray mouth dog grows to a maximum of about 200 cm. On average the species is around 100 cm.
Is the Gray mouth dog dangerous to humans?
No, the Gray mouth dog is harmless to humans.
Is the Gray mouth dog edible?
Yes, the Gray mouth dog is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Mustelus
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