Polka-dot cat shark
Scyliorhinus besnardi
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Saltwater
Overview
Polka-dot cat shark (Scyliorhinus besnardi) is a marine fish of the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 47 cm. Its recorded depth range is 140–190 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 47,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 140-190m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
140-190m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| الفصيلة | Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) |
| الأنواع | Scyliorhinus besnardi |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Polka-dot cat shark get?
Polka-dot cat shark can grow up to 47.0 cm long.
What family does Polka-dot cat shark belong to?
Polka-dot cat shark (Scyliorhinus besnardi) belongs to the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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