Australian Sharpnose Shark
Rhizoprionodon taylori
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameRhizoprionodon taylori
Other namesTaylors Shark
SizeUp to 69 cm (27.1 in)
WeightUp to 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
FamilyWhaler Shark / Carcharhinidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters on or near the bottom of sandy, silty & muddy areas
Depth Range1 - 100 m (3 - 328 ft)
