Baby Shark Wet Specimen

The spiny dogfish shark, Squalus acanthias, is found in temperate waters worldwide and is one of the best-known sharks in the world. Males grow to just over 3 feet on average, reaching maturity at around 11 years, while females may grow over 5 feet long and reach maturity after around 20 years. This is a viviparous species of shark, i.e. one that gives birth to live young, and it is regularly fished for food, fish oil, fertilizer, pet food, and scientific study.

Real 7 Inch Shark in a Bottle Jar, Marine Specimen Taxidermy, Fishing, Jaws - Made in USA

These baby sharks are not fished for this purpose; they are by-products of commercial fishing. At times, female sharks are caught with developing young inside of them; these are collected and preserved. The Baby Shark in a jar is one of our most popular items with kids! Preserved in a mixture of 70% isopropyl alcohol and distilled water dyed blue for a captivating “oceanic” aesthetic, it makes a nifty piece of educational decor. Grab one today!