Polka-dot cat shark
Scyliorhinus besnardi
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 47,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 140-190m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
140-190m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familie | Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) |
| Arten | Scyliorhinus besnardi |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
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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