Grey Carpetshark
Chiloscyllium punctatum
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameChiloscyllium punctatum
Other namesBrownbanded Bambooshark, Brownbanded Catshark, Gray Carpetshark, Spotted Catshark
SizeUp to 1.2 m (3.93 ft)
WeightUp to 5 kg (11 lb)
FamilyLongtail Carpetshark / Hemiscylliidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, mangroves, tidal pools, coral reefs, sand & mud flats
Depth Range5 - 85 m (16 - 278 ft)
