Northern Wobbegong
Orectolobus wardi
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameOrectolobus wardi
Other namesNorth Australian Wobbegong, Wards Wobbegong
SizeUp to 63 cm (24.8 in)
WeightUp to 3 kg (6.6 lb)
FamilyWobbegong / Orectolobidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionShallow coastal waters amongst coral & algae covered rocky reefs
Depth Range0 - 40 m (131 ft)
