Western Gulper Shark

Centrophorus westraliensis
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameCentrophorus westraliensis
SizeUp to 90 cm (35.4 in)
WeightUp to 4 kg (8.8 lb)
FamilyGulper Shark / Centrophoridae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionDeep ocean waters on the continental slope throughout the water column, generally near the bottom
Depth Range600 - 750 m (1,968 - 2,460 ft)
Western Gulper Shark Distribution