Mandarin Shark

Cirrhigaleus australis
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameCirrhigaleus australis
Other namesMandarin Dogfish, Southern Mandarin Dogfish
SizeUp to 1.2 m (3.93 ft)
WeightOver 10 kg (22 lb)
FamilySpurdog / Squalidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionDeep ocean waters amongst the bottom on the continental slope
Depth Range360 - 640 m (1,181 - 2,099 ft)
Mandarin Shark Distribution