Australian swell shark
Cephaloscyllium laticeps
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Overview
Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is a marine fish of the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 150 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–220 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 150,0 cm |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | 1-220m |
Habitat & Distribution
Loại nước
Saltwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
1-220m
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Họ | Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) |
| Loài | Cephaloscyllium laticeps |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does Australian swell shark get?
Australian swell shark can grow up to 150.0 cm long.
What family does Australian swell shark belong to?
Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) belongs to the family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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