Western wobbegong
Orectolobus hutchinsi
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Saltwater
Overview
Western wobbegong (Orectolobus hutchinsi) is a marine fish of the family Orectolobidae (Wobbegongs), in the order Orectolobiformes. Maximum recorded length is 149 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–106 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 149,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-106m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-106m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks) |
| Familia | Orectolobidae (Wobbegongs) |
| Especies | Orectolobus hutchinsi |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Western wobbegong get?
Western wobbegong can grow up to 149.0 cm long.
What family does Western wobbegong belong to?
Western wobbegong (Orectolobus hutchinsi) belongs to the family Orectolobidae (Wobbegongs) in the order Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks).
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