Atlantic Spiny Dogfish
Squalus acanthias
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Dogfish sharkCape dogfishCape sharkSpring dogfishSpiked dogfishGrayfishSpur dogPiked dogfish
Species Profile
Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.
FWC
Habitat
A highly migratory species, they are known to travel to Greenland waters during summer months and spend the fall/winter in sub-tropical areas near Georgia. Although rarely found in Florida waters, they could be found offshore or in coastal areas, usually near the bottom, but known to congregate in large schools and can tolerate brackish water.
Additional information
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Seafood Profile
Powered by NOAA FishWatch data. Availability and detail varies by species.
NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Mild and sweet.
Texture
Flaky but firm. It has higher oil content than mako or other sharks.
Color
The raw meat is white. The outer flesh can have a reddish hue, which turns brown when cooked. The rest of the meat remains white when cooked.
Health benefits
Shark is a low-fat source of protein and is high in selenium and vitamins B6 and B12.
Sources
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady