Smoothnose Wedgefish
Rhynchobatis laevis
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Rhynchobatis laevis
Other names
Giant Guitarfish, Sandshark, Shovelnose Shark
Size
Up to 2.7 m (8.85 ft)
Weight
Up to 240 kg (529 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Shallow coastal waters, estuaries, bays & river mouths amongst soft bottom areas
Depth Range
1 - 60 m (3 - 196 ft)
