Speckled Catshark
Halaelurus boesemani
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 37–250 m
- Max size: 48 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A wide ranging but seldom seen bottom shark of continental and island shelves, the speckled catshark bears live young and grows to about half a metre. It is taken mainly as bycatch in bottom trawls, and the IUCN lists it as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Pentanchidae › Halaelurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217638.
FAQ
- How deep does the Speckled Catshark live?
- The Speckled Catshark (Halaelurus boesemani) is typically found at 37–250 m.
- Is the Speckled Catshark dangerous to divers?
- The Speckled Catshark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Speckled Catshark get?
- The Speckled Catshark grows to about 48 cm.