Gulf Wobbegong
Orectolobus halei
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameOrectolobus halei
Other namesBanded Carpet Shark, Banded Wobbegong, Carpetshark, Gulf Wobbegong, Wobbegong
SizeUp to 2.5 m (8.2 ft)
WeightOver 50 kg (110 lb)
FamilyWobbegong / Orectolobidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionShallow to deeper coastal waters in bays, harbours, lagoons & channels amongst macroalgal covered reefs
Depth Range0 - 195 m (639 ft)
