The Shovelnose Guitarfish has a flattened body and a broad, shovel-like snout. They are unique in their ability to camouflage themselves on the ocean floor.
Habitat
Shallow coastal waters and sandy bottoms.
Diet
Feeds on crustaceans and small fish.
How common
Rare
Recent Shovelnose Guitarfish sightings near you
Live, research-grade observations from iNaturalist. Allow location to center the map on you.
Spot a Shovelnose Guitarfish? Identify it instantly.
Point Huck at any plant, bird, or animal for an instant ID, its rarity, and a live map of where it is being seen near you.
Get HuckGet an alert when a Shovelnose Guitarfish is spotted
Pick a park, state, or city and we’ll email you when one turns up there. One check a day, only when there’s something new.
Free. Unsubscribe from any email. See our Privacy Policy.
Love fish? Get Huck field notes
Spotting tips, new species, and the best of what people are finding in the wild - straight to your inbox.