Eastern Banded Catshark
Atelomycterus marnkalha
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 11–74 m
- Max size: 47 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A slim catshark of the Australian shelf, the eastern banded catshark turns up over sand and coarse rubble mostly shallower than 50 metres. It reaches about 47 centimetres, with females running slightly larger than males, and lays eggs in tough cases.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Scyliorhinidae › Atelomycterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398239.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eastern Banded Catshark live?
- The Eastern Banded Catshark (Atelomycterus marnkalha) is typically found at 11–74 m.
- Is the Eastern Banded Catshark dangerous to divers?
- The Eastern Banded Catshark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Eastern Banded Catshark get?
- The Eastern Banded Catshark grows to about 47 cm.