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Angel shark (Squatina squatina)

The angel sharks are a group of sharks in the genus Squatina of the family Squatinidae, and unfortunately, are considered critically endangered. Nonetheless, it can be found in the Northeast Atlantic from Norway, Sweden, Morocco, and the Canary Islands, to the Mediterranean and Black Seas. They bury themselves in sandy environments and stay camouflaged until their prey appears. The angel shark preys on fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods.

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