The Kermadec Spiny dogfish (Squalus raoulensis) is a dogfish described in 2007. It is a member of the family Squalidae, found off the Kermadec Islands.
Family: Squalidae – Dogfish Sharks
Genus: Squalus
Species: raoulensis
Phylum– Chordata
Class– Chondrichthyles
Subclass– Elasmobranchii
Common Name– Dogfish Sharks
Family– Squalidae
Common Name– Dogfish Sharks
Genus– Squalus
Species– raoulensis
Status: IUCN Red List LEAST CONCERN
Average Size and Length: Male maturity occurs at 2.1 feet. They are known to reach a maximum length of 3 feet.
Demographic, Distribution, Habitat, Environment and Range: Found it the Kermadec Islands, the Kermadec Spiny dogfish has been recorded on oceanic ridges and seamounts at depths of 689-1,640 feet. They are most typically seen at around 984 feet. They are considered deep benthic dwelling over continental slopes in the bathyl zone.
Biology and Reproduction: Unknown, but thought to be ovoviviparous.
Behavioral Traits, Sensing and Intelligence: Unknown.
Kermadec Spiny Dogfish Future and Conservation: No conservation in place and currently they are of least concern.
Kermadec Spiny Dogfish Recorded Attacks on Humans: Not a threat to humans.