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Hawaiian spurdog

Squalus hawaiiensis

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
101.0 cm
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 101.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
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Taxonomy

Order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks)
Family Squalidae (Dogfish Sharks)
Species Squalus hawaiiensis

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Hawaiian spurdog get?
Hawaiian spurdog can grow up to 101.0 cm long.
What family does Hawaiian spurdog belong to?
Hawaiian spurdog (Squalus hawaiiensis) belongs to the family Squalidae (Dogfish Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).

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