Sawshark - Wikipedia
A sawshark or saw shark is a member of a shark order (Pristiophoriformes / prɪstiˈɒfɒrɪfɔːrmiːz /) bearing a unique long, saw-like rostrum (snout or bill) edged with sharp teeth, which they use to slash and disable their prey.
Saw Sharks (Family Pristiophoridae) - iNaturalist
The sawshark or saw shark is an order (Pristiophoriformes) of sharks bearing a unique long, saw-like rostrum (snout or bill) edged with sharp teeth, which they use to slash and disable their prey.
Sawshark (Pristiophoridae) - American Oceans
The sawshark family, known as Pristiophoridae, consists of several unique species that are distributed across various regions in the world. In this section, we will briefly explore some of the notable species along with their distribution patterns.
Longnose sawshark - Wikipedia
The longnose sawshark (Pristiophorus cirratus) or common sawshark, is a sawshark of the family Pristiophoridae. The longnose sawshark has a slender, slightly flattened body [2] with a very long rostrum that can make up to 30% of its total body length.
Saw Shark Facts (Order Pristiophoriformes) - ThoughtCo
2019年9月10日 · Saw sharks are members of the order Pristiophoriformes. There are two genera and at least eight species of saw shark: The saw shark resembles other sharks, except it has a long rostrum (snout) that is edged with sharp teeth. It has two dorsal fins, lacks anal fins, and has a pair of long barbels near the midpoint of the snout.
FAMILY Details for Pristiophoridae - Saw sharks
Genus Pliotrema has 6 pairs gill slits, serrated larger rostral teeth & teeth with prominent transverse ridges on basal ledges. Genus Pristiophorus has 5 pairs gill slits, smooth larger rostral teeth & teeth without prominent transverse ridges on basal ledges. Maximum size less than 2 m (Ref. 247). Strictly marine inhabitants (Ref. 48821).
Common Sawshark, Pristiophorus cirratus (Latham, 1794)
Both the Common Sawshark and Southern Sawshark, Pristiophorus nudipinnis, occur in Australia's southern temperate waters. The Tropical Sawshark, Pristiophorus delicatus, is known from tropical waters off north-eastern Australia.