Angel Shark

Angel Shark

Squatina squatina
Scale 8 Diat: carnivore , Hierachy 3

The angel shark can camoflage itself at the bottom of the ocean floor and when an unsuspecting squid or fish comes by, dinner is served. Most sharks must swim to breathe, but an angel shark has special muscles that pump water over its gills and through spiracles (holes) in its head. Angel sharks look like sting rays, but can bite with very sharp teeth.

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Graphic by Alison Kocher