Sawfish
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NameSawfish
Scientific NamePristis pectinata
Common NamesSmalltooth Sawfish, Common Sawfish, Wide Sawfish
FamilyPristidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500000
Max Size (Inches)240
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-86
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
Smalltooth Sawfish are critically endangered elasmobranchs known for their distinctive long, toothed rostrum. They are euryhaline, inhabiting coastal marine, estuarine, and freshwater environments, where they prey on fish and crustaceans. Due to their immense size and protected status, they are unsuitable for private aquariums and are only found in specialized public aquarium exhibits.
