Catshark
Chiloscyllium hasseltii
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 61,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-12m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-12m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks) |
| Familie | Hemiscylliidae (Bamboo Sharks) |
| Arten | Chiloscyllium hasseltii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Catshark get?
Catshark can grow up to 61.0 cm long.
What family does Catshark belong to?
Catshark (Chiloscyllium hasseltii) belongs to the family Hemiscylliidae (Bamboo Sharks) in the order Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks).
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