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Step 1
Learn about the Angel Shark's common range. These sharks live in temperate to tropical ocean waters. They can be found in the southwestern Indian Ocean, the eastern and western Pacific Ocean and in the eastern and western Atlantic Ocean. Some Angel Sharks do have migratory tendencies out of their common range, however.
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Step 2
Understand the Angel Shark's preferred habitat. Angel Sharks are typically bottom dwellers that can be found from the inter-tidal zone down to 1,300 meters in depth. Angel Sharks often bury themselves in sand or mud on the ocean floors.
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Step 3
Take note of the Angel Shark's size. Adult Angel Sharks are typically up to 1.5 meters in length. However, the Japanese Angel Shark can be up to 2 meters long.
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Step 4
Observe the fins of the Angel Shark. The pectoral fins are broad, and they protrude horizontally from the shark's body. Angel Sharks also have two dorsal fins and no anal fin. The caudal fin of the Angel Shark is unique in that its upper lobe is shorter than its lower lobe.
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Step 5
Pay attention to the Angel Shark's other physical features. These sharks have a body that is flattened in the front and streamlined in the rear (similar to other sharks). They also have eyes and spiracles on the tops of their heads and five gill slits on their underparts. In addition, Angel Sharks have a short snout and small, sharp teeth.
