Catshark
Chiloscyllium indicum
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Overview
Catshark (Chiloscyllium indicum) is a euryhaline fish of the family Hemiscylliidae (Bamboo Sharks), in the order Orectolobiformes. Maximum recorded length is 65 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–90 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 65.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 0-90m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Freshwater & Saltwater
栖息水深
0-90m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks) |
| 科 | Hemiscylliidae (Bamboo Sharks) |
| 物种 | Chiloscyllium indicum |
常见问题
How big does Catshark get?
Catshark can grow up to 65.0 cm long.
Where is Catshark found?
Coral reefs
What family does Catshark belong to?
Catshark (Chiloscyllium indicum) belongs to the family Hemiscylliidae (Bamboo Sharks) in the order Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks).
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