Epaulette Shark

Hemiscyllium ocellatum
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Hemiscyllium ocellatum
Other names Blind Shark, Itar Shark
Size Up to 1.07 m (3.5 ft)
Weight Up to 3 kg (6.61 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Shallow coastal waters amongst tide pools, lagoons, rocky areas & reefs
Depth Range 1 - 40 m (3 - 131 ft)
Epaulette Shark Distribution