Smoothnose Wedgefish
Rhynchobatis laevis
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameRhynchobatis laevis
Other namesGiant Guitarfish, Sandshark, Shovelnose Shark
SizeUp to 2.7 m (8.85 ft)
WeightUp to 240 kg (529 lb)
FamilyGuitarfish / Rhinchobatidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionShallow coastal waters, estuaries, bays & river mouths amongst soft bottom areas
Depth Range1 - 60 m (3 - 196 ft)
