Scyliorhinus Collection

Scyliorhinus canicula, dogfish
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of the scales of a dogfish (x 40)

Smallspotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) on sea floor, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Small spotted catshark, Scyliorhinus canicula (Lesser spotted shark, Squalus catulus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Lesser spotted catshark / Dogfish shark (Scyliorhinus canicula) amongst seaweed on a maerl bed, South Arran Marine Protected Area, Isle of Arran, Scotland, UK, August

Spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) just hatched from egg case that is on Seafan (Paramuricea clavata), Ullastres seamount, Costa Brava, Llafranch, Catalunya, Spain

Nursehound (Scyliorhinus stellaris) Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Sawfish, angular rough shark, spotted catshark, and young
Largetooth sawfish, Pristis pristis 18, young sawfish 19, angular rough shark, Oxynotus centrina 20, small spotted catshark, Scyliorhinus canicula 21, and young dogfish 22-24

Nursehound shark, tope shark and sweet william shark
Nursehound shark, Scyliorhinus stellaris (near threatened), tope shark, Galeorhinus galeus (vulnerable), and sweet william shark, Mustelus mustelus (vulnerable)

Shark species
Spiny dogfish, Squalus acanthias 1, vulnerable, blue shark, Prionace glauca 2, near threatened, small spotted catshark, Scyliorhinus canicula 3, 5, and zebra shark, Stegostoma fasciatum 4

A Lesser-spotted Dogfish at London Zoo in 1924 (b / w photo)
2962622 A Lesser-spotted Dogfish at London Zoo in 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Also known as the Small-spotted Catshark)

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Small-spotted Catshark / Lesser-spotted Dogfish egg-cases with embryo inside, one of them close to hatching time Date:

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Small-spotted Catshark / Lesser-spotted Dogfish opened egg-case showing embryo inside close to hatching time Date:

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Small-spotted Catshark / Lesser-spotted Dogfish opened egg-case showing embryo inside close to hatching time Date:

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Bull Huss - egg case (mermaid's purse) being held up to show size (Scyliorhinus stellaris) Date:

Scyliorhinus stellaris, a species of dogfish, also known as nursehound, bull huss and catshark. Date: 1862

Spiny dogfish, Squalus acanthias, and catshark, Scyliorhinus canicula.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G

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Small-spotted Catshark / Lesser-spotted Dogfish opened egg-case showing embryo inside close to hatching time Date:

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Small-spotted Catshark / Lesser-spotted Dogfish egg with mature embryo inside Date:

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Bull Huss - egg case (mermaid's purse) lying on the strand line on top of bladder wrack (Scyliorhinus stellaris) Date:

Dogfish (Scyliorhinus canicula), two young fish swimming underwater

Scyliorhinus canicula, common dogfish
Specimen of the cartilaginous skeleton of a dogfish contained in a specimen jar

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"Discover the Enigmatic Scyliorhinus: The Dogfish of the Deep" Meet Scyliorhinus canicula, commonly known as the dogfish or small spotted catshark. This fascinating creature is a member of the shark family and can be found in various marine habitats around the world. One captivating sight is spotting a lesser spotted catshark, also known as a dogfish shark, gracefully navigating through seaweed on a maerl bed. Its sleek body effortlessly glides amidst this underwater forest, showcasing its remarkable adaptability. Witnessing a newly hatched spotted catshark emerging from its protective egg case attached to a seafan is truly awe-inspiring. These tiny creatures start their journey in such delicate surroundings before venturing out into their vast ocean home. Venturing to Sark in the British Channel Islands during August might reward you with an encounter with another species within the Scyliorhinus genus - the nursehound (Scyliorhinus stellaris). These majestic creatures exude an air of tranquility as they navigate these pristine waters. Exploring further into Jersey's British Channel Islands reveals yet another enchanting scene - observing small-spotted catsharks resting peacefully on the sea floor. Their intricate patterns blend harmoniously with their surroundings, making them masters of camouflage. Delving into history brings us back to 1923 when an intriguing lithograph captured an egg case belonging to one of these elusive catsharks. This relic serves as a reminder of how far our understanding has come since then and highlights our ongoing fascination with these enigmatic creatures. The diversity within Scyliorhinus doesn't end there; it encompasses other species like sawfish, angular rough sharks, and young ones that captivate us with their unique characteristics. Additionally, we find companionship among fellow sharks such as nursehounds and sweet william sharks who share this vast underwater realm.