Blotchy swell shark
Cephaloscyllium umbratile
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Saltwater
Overview
Blotchy swell shark (Cephaloscyllium umbratile) is a marine fish of the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 120 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–500 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 120,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 20-500m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
20-500m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familia | Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) |
| Especies | Cephaloscyllium umbratile |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Blotchy swell shark get?
Blotchy swell shark can grow up to 120.0 cm long.
What family does Blotchy swell shark belong to?
Blotchy swell shark (Cephaloscyllium umbratile) belongs to the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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