However, Nakaya and Sato (2000) recommended that the status of the species be reviewed once additional specimens are available, citing the possibility that the dorsal fin of the holotype may have been malformed. The reproduction of the smalldorsal catshark is oviparous.
Nakaya and Sato (2000) suggested reviewing the species status when more specimens are available, citing the possibility of a deformed dorsal fin on the holotype. The smalldorsal catshark is oviparous.