Epaulette Shark
Hemiscyllium ocellatum
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameHemiscyllium ocellatum
Other namesBlind Shark, Itar Shark
SizeUp to 1.07 m (3.5 ft)
WeightUp to 3 kg (6.61 lb)
FamilyLongtail Carpetshark / Hemiscylliidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionShallow coastal waters amongst tide pools, lagoons, rocky areas & reefs
Depth Range1 - 40 m (3 - 131 ft)
