How to identify a Angel Shark

Angel Shark are found in coastal waters, reefs, estuaries, or open ocean depending on species. Use these features as a starting point and compare with a full identification guide before relying on any identification.

Angel Shark (Squatina squatina) — Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributors (CC BY-SA)

EnvironmentSaltwater

SeasonVaries by region and regulation

Habitat and range

Coastal waters, reefs, estuaries, or open ocean depending on species

Where to catch Angel Shark

Canary Islands (ES)
Welsh coast (UK, protected)

Baits and lures

Cut bait · live bait · jigs · and trolling lures suited to the target species

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Often caught in the same waters or confused with Angel Shark:

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