Colclough's Shark
Brachaelurus colcloughi
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 4–217 m
- Max size: 76 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A small, rarely seen shark of shallow waters off eastern Australia, Colclough's shark rests on the bottom by day and hunts small invertebrates close inshore. It bears live young and is uncommon enough to be considered vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Orectolobiformes › Brachaeluridae › Brachaelurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 313932.
FAQ
- How deep does the Colclough's Shark live?
- The Colclough's Shark (Brachaelurus colcloughi) is typically found at 4–217 m.
- Is the Colclough's Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Colclough's Shark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Colclough's Shark get?
- The Colclough's Shark grows to about 76 cm.