Rhizoprionodon longurio
(Pacific Sharpnose Shark)
Marine Fishes
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Common name: Pacific Sharpnose Shark
Taxonomy: available through
www.itis.gov
Native Range:
Nonindigenous Occurrences:
A single specimen was collected from West Main Canal in Yuma, Arizona in 2010 (Gilbert 2010). The species identification is not certain. Body dimensions resemble Carcharhinus cerdale, but fin placement is typical of Rhizoprionodon longurio (J. Castro, personal communication). Both species are common to upper Gulf of California.
Table 1. States with nonindigenous occurrences, the earliest and latest observations in each state, and the tally and names of HUCs with observations†. Names and dates are hyperlinked to their relevant specimen records. The list of references for all nonindigenous occurrences of Rhizoprionodon longurio are found here.
Table last updated 11/21/2024
† Populations may not be currently present.
Means of Introduction: Released by an individual.
Status: Failed.
Impact of Introduction: The impacts of this species are currently unknown, as no studies have been done to determine how it has affected ecosystems in the invaded range. The absence of data does not equate to lack of effects. It does, however, mean that research is required to evaluate effects before conclusions can be made.
References: (click for full references)
Gilbert, J. 2010. Dead shark, illegal fish found in Yuma canals. Yuma Sun (November 24). http://www.yumasun.com/articles/fish-65664-yuma-canal.html
Other Resources:
FishBase Summary
Author:
Fuller, P.
Revision Date: 7/30/2019
Peer Review Date: 3/6/2011
Citation Information:
Fuller, P., 2024, Rhizoprionodon longurio (Jordan and Gilbert, 1882): U.S. Geological Survey, Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database, Gainesville, FL, https://nas.er.usgs.gov/queries/FactSheet.aspx?speciesID=2839, Revision Date: 7/30/2019, Peer Review Date: 3/6/2011, Access Date: 11/21/2024
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