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Mustelus canis, smooth dogfish
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Mustelus canis, smooth dogfish
A baby smooth dogfish (Mustelus canis). These small members of the shark familly can be found in the western Atlantic from Massachusetts to northern Argentina and in the Gulf of Mexico
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Carcharhiniform Carcharhiniformes Chondrichthyes Dogfish Elasmobranch Elasmobranchii Fishes Ground Shark Photograph Selachimorph Selachimorpha Shark Smooth Houndshark
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1. Title: A Delicate Discovery: The Infant Smooth Dogfish (Mustelus canis) in its Natural Habitat 2.. Nestled amidst the tranquil blues of the Atlantic Ocean, this enchanting photograph captures the essence of new life in the underwater realm. Behold the tiny, ethereal form of a baby smooth dogfish (Mustelus canis), a diminutive yet significant member of the shark family. This elasmobranch, belonging to the order Carcharhiniformes and the suborder Selachimorpha, is a ground shark or houndshark, commonly known as a dusky smooth hound. The smooth dogfish is a widespread species, inhabiting the western Atlantic from Massachusetts to northern Argentina and the Gulf of Mexico. This creature, with its elongated snout and smooth, dusky skin, is an exquisite example of the Chondrichthyes class, characterized by its cartilaginous skeleton. As the sun casts its warm, gentle rays upon the ocean surface, the daytime world of this baby smooth dogfish unfolds. With its large, expressive eyes, this enchanting creature scans the sandy seafloor, hunting for small invertebrates and crustaceans. Its elongated pectoral fins propel it gracefully through the water, while its dorsal fin provides balance and stability. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the life of this elusive and captivating marine creature, reminding us of the wonders that lie beneath the surface of our oceans. The smooth dogfish, with its delicate beauty and intriguing presence, is a testament to the rich diversity of life in our natural world.
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