Author: (Risso, 1827)
FBname: Little sleeper shark
Comments: A rare species (Ref. 26346) found on outer continental shelves and upper slopes (Ref. 247).  Probably feeds on deepwater bottom fishes and invertebrates (Ref. 247).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205), length at birth 21-28 cm TL (Ref. 26346).  Utilized as fishmeal and possibly as food fish (Ref. 247).