The horn shark gets its name from the short venomous “horn” in front of each of its dorsal fins, which it uses for protection. The horn shark is typically a brownish color, covered in black spots, and its underbelly has a yellowish tint. Did You Know? This shark is named for the venomous horns on its dorsal fins. Diet The horn shark eats small fish and invertebrates. Size 38–47 inches long Range Cold waters of the eastern Pacific; found inhabiting the coastal areas from Southern California to the Gulf of California and areas around Ecuador and Peru Population Status The horn shark is not a species of concern. Predators Larger sharks and marine mammals Back to the Top