Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Chondrichthyes
- Order
- Carcharhiniformes
- Family
- Centrophoridae
- Genus
- Squalus
- Species
- albicaudus
Habitat
Whitetail dogfish inhabit deep waters of the Atlantic Ocean, particularly along the continental slopes off Brazil and the Southwest Atlantic. They prefer depths between 200 and 600 meters, often over muddy or sandy substrates.
Diet
Whitetail dogfish primarily feed on small fish, squid, and crustaceans such as shrimp. They are opportunistic predators that hunt at night in deep waters, using ambush tactics to capture prey.
Behavior
Whitetail dogfish are typically solitary or found in small groups, exhibiting nocturnal activity patterns to avoid daytime predators. They are not strongly territorial but may migrate seasonally to follow food sources. Their behavior includes bottom-dwelling habits in deep waters, where they rest during the day.
Conservation Status
Listed as Not Evaluated by IUCN.