Blacknose Shark

Carcharhinus acronotus

Managed by: NOAA Fisheries, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Regions

Southeast

Protected status

None

Also known as

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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC

Habitat

Coastal waters. Common in bays and lagoons.

Additional information

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Seafood Profile

NOAA FishWatch

Population

The Atlantic stock is overfished, but the fishing rate established under a rebuilding plan promotes population growth. The population status in the Gulf of America is unknown, but management measures are in place.

Fishing rate

In the Atlantic, the fishing rate is reduced to end overfishing. In the Gulf of America, the overfishing status is unknown, but management measures are in place.

Bycatch

Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.

Taste

Sweet, meaty taste.

Texture

Thick, large flakes and moist flesh.

Color

Raw meat is white to tan with a pink blood line.

Health benefits

Shark is a low-fat source of protein and is high in selenium and vitamins B6 and B12.

Sources

Managed by: NOAA Fisheries, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

NOAA Species Directory

FWC Wildlife Habitats Profile (FL)

FishWatch (NOAA)

Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady