Cloudy Catshark
Scyliorhinus torazame
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 0–300 m
- Max size: 77.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small bottom shark of the continental shelf, it lies up in inshore waters and ranges down to at least 140 metres. Females lay paired egg cases, and adults rarely pass about 50 centimetres despite a record near 78.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Scyliorhinidae › Scyliorhinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271375.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cloudy Catshark live?
- The Cloudy Catshark (Scyliorhinus torazame) is typically found at 0–300 m.
- Is the Cloudy Catshark dangerous to divers?
- The Cloudy Catshark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Cloudy Catshark get?
- The Cloudy Catshark grows to about 77.8 cm.