Common angelshark
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| phylum | Chordata | Squatina squatina, the angelshark or monkfish, is a species of shark in the family Squatinidae(known generally also as angel sharks), that were once widespread in the coastal waters of the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. Well-adapted for camouflaging itself on the sea floor, the angelshark has a flattened form with enlarged pectoral and pelvic fins, giving it a superficial resemblance to a ray. This species can be identified by its broad and stout body, conical barbels, thornless back (in larger individuals), and grayish or brownish dorsal coloration with a pattern of numerous small light and dark markings (that is more vivid in juveniles).
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| class | Chondrichthyes | |
| order | Carcharhiniformes | |
| family | Squatinidae | |
| genus | Squatina | |
| species | S. squatina |
