Varied Carpetshark

Parascyllium variolatum
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Parascyllium variolatum
Other names Necklace Carpetshark, Ringnecked Catshark, Southern Catshark, Varied Catshark
Size Up to 92 cm (36.2 in)
Weight Up to 1.75 kg (3.85 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Coastal waters amongst seagrass beds, sandy bottoms, rocky areas & reefs
Depth Range 0 - 180 m (590 ft)
Varied Carpetshark Distribution