Speckled Catshark
Halaelurus sellus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameHalaelurus sellus
Other namesRusty Catshark, Shortlip Spotted Catshark
SizeUp to 42 cm (16.5 in)
WeightUp to 1 kg (2.2 lb)
FamilyCatshark / Scyliorhinidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionDeeper coastal to offshore waters amongst the bottom on the continental shelf
Depth Range60 - 165 m (196 - 541 ft)
