Formosa swellshark
Cephaloscyllium formosanum
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Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
?-366m
Familie
Overview
Formosa swellshark (Cephaloscyllium formosanum) is a marine fish of the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. It has been recorded to depths of 366 m.
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
?-366m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familie | Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) |
| Arten | Cephaloscyllium formosanum |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What family does Formosa swellshark belong to?
Formosa swellshark (Cephaloscyllium formosanum) belongs to the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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