Finetooth Shark

Carcharhinus isodon

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

Regions

New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast

Protected status

None

Also known as

Eventooth sharkNight sharkSmoothtooth shark

Species Profile

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

FWC

Habitat

Frequents coastal waters, bays and estuarine waters. Commonly seen over mud and sand flats during summer months and moves into deeper coastal waters during the colder months.

Additional information

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Seafood Profile

NOAA FishWatch

Population

The stock is not overfished.

Fishing rate

Not subject to overfishing.

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