Swell shark
Cephaloscyllium ventriosum
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 110,0 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 5-457m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
5-457m
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Família | Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) |
| Espécies | Cephaloscyllium ventriosum |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Swell shark get?
Swell shark can grow up to 110.0 cm long.
Where is Swell shark found?
Neritic
What family does Swell shark belong to?
Swell shark (Cephaloscyllium ventriosum) belongs to the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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