Port Jackson Shark
Heterodontus portusjacksoni
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Heterodontus portusjacksoni
Other names
Bullhead Shark, Dogshark, Horn Shark, Oyster Crusher, Pigfish, Tabbigaw
Size
Up to 1.7 m (5.5 ft)
Weight
Over 15 kg (33 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal to offshore waters preferring rocky areas & reef with sandy patches and seagrass beds
Depth Range
1 - 275 m (3 - 902 ft)
