Draughtboard Shark

Cephaloscyllium laticeps
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Cephaloscyllium laticeps
Other names Australian Swellshark, Isabell's Swell Shark, Nutcracker Shark, Rock Shark, Sleepy Joe, Spotted Swellshark, Swell Shark, Whitefinned Swellshark
Size Up to 1 m (3.28 ft)
Weight Up to 4 kg (8.8 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Coastal waters, bays & harbours amongst sandy, rocky & reef areas
Depth Range 2 - 60 m (6 - 196 ft)
Draughtboard Shark Distribution