Scoliodon is called dog fish because of its:

Carnivorous nature

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Mouth

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Power of smell

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Gait

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Solution

The correct option is C Power of smell
Scoliodon is seen in the Bay of Bengal. It is also known as dogfish due to its great sense of smell. Also, its protruded snout-like mouth resembles the mouth of a dog.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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