# Spiny dogfish research in Norway

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spiny-dogfish-research-in-norway
> Updated: 2026-09-22T07:07:06.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Following the discovery of a dead spiny dogfish shark near a cabin in Sørfold, Norway, marine researchers have expanded their study of the species in the region.

While the initial discovery prompted local skepticism regarding the authenticity of images, researchers from the Institute of Marine Research confirmed the species and noted frequent sightings of spiny dogfish in the area during the summer. 

Subsequently, as part of the ‘Sharks on the Move’ project, scientists successfully tagged five juvenile spiny dogfish sharks in Ofoten. This initiative utilizes satellite tags to track movement data over a one-year period. The research aims to address critical knowledge gaps regarding the species’ birth locations and juvenile habitats, which is essential for the conservation of the species due to its vulnerability and history of overfishing.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-22: Researchers tag juvenile spiny dogfish sharks in Ofoten

Researchers in Norway have tagged five juvenile spiny dogfish sharks in Ofoten to study their migration and nursery habitats, aiming to improve conservation efforts for the vulnerable species.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/researchers-tag-juvenile-spiny-dogfish-sharks-in-ofoten

### 2026-08-27: Sørfold shark discovery: Dead spiny dogfish found near Norwegian cabin

A large spiny dogfish shark was found dead near a family cabin in Sørfold, Norway, leading locals to initially suspect the photos were AI-generated.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/srfold-shark-discovery-dead-spiny-dogfish-found-near-norwegian-cabin

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