Angel Shark (a.k.a. “Sand Devil”) — The Flat-Bodied Ambush Predator of the Seafloor

Genus/Family: Squatina / Squatinidae (angel sharks)Common names: Angel shark, Sand devilTypical size: ~1.5 m (about 5 ft); some species to ~2 m (6.5 ft)Build: Broad, flattened body; very wide pectoral fins; lower tail lobe longer than upperLifestyle: Benthic (seafloor) ambush predator, expert at cam...