Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Rhizoprionodon terraenovae
A small, slender shark with a pointed snout and bronze to yellowish coloration. Common along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States.
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark at a glance
- Scientific name
- Rhizoprionodon terraenovae
- Typical size
- 24-32 inches, 2-4 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Sharks and rays
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Common
Habitat
Found in shallow coastal waters, bays, and estuaries from the surf zone to depths of about 900 feet. Anglers commonly catch them while fishing from piers, beaches, and boats using cut bait or small fish. They are often caught incidentally while targeting other species.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a atlantic sharpnose shark through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksAtlantic Sharpnose Shark questions people ask
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark is Rhizoprionodon terraenovae.
A typical atlantic sharpnose shark runs 24-32 inches, 2-4 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every atlantic sharpnose shark you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in shallow coastal waters, bays, and estuaries from the surf zone to depths of about 900 feet. Anglers commonly catch them while fishing from piers, beaches, and boats using cut bait or small fish. They are often caught incidentally while targeting other species. It is a salt water species, filed under sharks and rays in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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