Varied Carpetshark
Parascyllium variolatum
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameParascyllium variolatum
Other namesNecklace Carpetshark, Ringnecked Catshark, Southern Catshark, Varied Catshark
SizeUp to 92 cm (36.2 in)
WeightUp to 1.75 kg (3.85 lb)
FamilyCarpetshark / Parascyllidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters amongst seagrass beds, sandy bottoms, rocky areas & reefs
Depth Range0 - 180 m (590 ft)
