Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Rhizoprionodon terraenovae
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Newfoundland sharkSharp-nosed sharkWhite shark
Species Profile
Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.
FWC
Habitat
Coastal waters; can be found near the surf zone; common in bays and estuaries.
Adults also found offshore.
Additional information
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Seafood Profile
Powered by NOAA FishWatch data. Availability and detail varies by species.
NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Reported to be quite tasty.
Health benefits
Shark is a low-fat source of protein that is high in selenium and vitamins B6 and B12.
Sources
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady