False Catshark
Pseudotriakis microdon
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Quick Facts
Scientific namePseudotriakis microdon
Other namesSofa Shark
SizeUp to 2.95 m (9.67 ft)
WeightOver 330 kg (730 lb)
FamilyFalse Catshark / Pseudotriakidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionDeep ocean waters over the continental & insular slopes, including seamounts, ridges, troughs & deep reefs
Depth Range100 - 1,890 m (328 - 6,200 ft)
