Overview

A deliberately restrained field-guide entry for Squatina mapama that confirms the species identity while holding broader natural-history detail until stronger species-specific sources are available. Squatina mapama profile Squatina mapama belongs to the family Squatinidae in the order Squatiniformes. This entry currently stays focused on reviewed species identity rather than broader natural-history claims.

Why it matters: WoRMS record ID: 1577308.

Scientific nameSquatina mapama
FamilySquatinidae
OrderSquatiniformes

What this shark is

Squatina mapama belongs to the family Squatinidae in the order Squatiniformes. This entry currently stays focused on reviewed species identity rather than broader natural-history claims.

How it differs from similar sharks

Compare it against African angelshark, Atlantic angel shark, and Pacific angel shark.

Why it is notable

WoRMS record ID: 1577308.

Related shark pages

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