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The teeth of a smalltooth sawfish can grow to be quite long, typically reaching lengths of up to 10 to 20 inches (25 to 50 centimeters). These long, flattened teeth are arranged in a saw-like rostrum, which can be used for hunting and defense. The overall length of the rostrum, which includes the teeth, can reach up to 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8 meters) in some individuals.
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What country do most sawfish live in?
Most sawfish live in Australia.
How do sawfish see in the bottom of the ocean?
Sawfish,also known as the Carpenter Shark, are a family of rays, characterized by a long, toothy nose extension snout. Several species can grow to approximately 7 metres or 23 feet
What type of mammal is a sawfish?
A sawfish is not a mammal. As its name suggests, it is a fish. It belongs to the "ray" family.
Why are sawfish protected?
Sawfish are Critically Endangered according to the IUCN. Sawfish are illegally hunted for their rostrum, liver oil, and fins. Additionally, they are accidentally fished up in nets. Besides sawfish, many other species are being threatened due to fishing nets. That is why it is best to by line-caught fish.
How long is the narwals tooth?
the narwals tooth can 7357846545643856 long
What are enemies of a sawfish?
fishes
What are the release dates for Sawfish Head - 2011?
Sawfish Head - 2011 was released on: USA: 5 March 2011
Can you get sawfish in Western Australia?
Yes. Sawfish are found in marine waters and estuaries along the western Australian coastline. The Freshwater sawfish is found in rivers of far northern western Australia, up to 100km inland.
What are the predetors of a sawfish?
The sawfish doesn't really have any predators. A wondering baby is a target for crocs and freshwater sharks , though.
What do sawfish eat?
No. Although sawfish are called the Carpenter shark, they are not sharks. they belong to the ray family.Sawfish are not the same as saw sharks, which aresharks.
How the smalltooth sawfish communicates?
they wiggle.
What is a sawfish's nose called?
A rostrum.
