Sawtail Shark

Figaro boardmani
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameFigaro boardmani
Other namesAustralian Sawtail Catshark, Banded Shark, Sawtail Catshark
SizeUp to 61 cm (24 in)
WeightUp to 1.25 kg (2.75 lb)
FamilyCatshark / Scyliorhinidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionDeep ocean waters on or near the bottom amongst the outer continental shelf & upper slope
Depth Range150 - 640 m (492 - 2,099 ft)
Sawtail Shark Distribution