Grey Spotted Cat Shark (Asymbolus analis)

Grey Spotted Cat Shark

Asymbolus analis

Max size
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Max depth
180 m
Found in
3 regions

How to recognise it

Colours
whiteblackbrown
Body shape
Flat
Pattern
Barbels pattern
Family
Scyliorhinidae

The Australian spotted catshark (Asymbolus analis) is a species of shark belonging to the family Pentanchidae, the deepwater catsharks. This species is found only around Australia between 32 and 38°S, at depths between 10 and 180 m (33 and 591 ft). It can grow up to 90 cm (35 in). Females of this species were observed as being reproductive year round. They are also confirmed as being a single oviparous species.

Similar species

Questions

Is Grey Spotted Cat Shark dangerous?

Grey Spotted Cat Shark has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Grey Spotted Cat Shark?
Australia SouthAustralia EastAustralia
How deep does Grey Spotted Cat Shark live?

Grey Spotted Cat Shark can be found at depths of up to 180 meters.

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