Orange Spotted Catshark
Asymbolus rubiginosus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameAsymbolus rubiginosus
Other namesRusty Catshark, Rustyspotted Catshark, Spotted Catshark
SizeUp to 55 cm (21.6 in)
WeightUp to 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
FamilyCatshark / Scyliorhinidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters amongst rocky areas & reefs
Depth Range25 - 540 m (82 - 1,771 ft)
