Grey spotted catshark
📖 Overview
Grey spotted catshark (Asymbolus analis), first described by Ogilby, 1885 is a large fish in the family Pentanchidae (order Carcharhiniformes). Adults typically reach 90.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 10 to 180 metres. It occurs in Temperate waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body long, rounded, head flattened with pointed snout, gill slits lateral, no ridge over eyes.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Grey spotted catshark is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, paired eggs are laid. Embryos feed solely on yolk .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 10 - 180 m , usually 10 - 60 m . Temperate; 32°S - 38°S West Pacific: Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? analis | Ogilby | 1885 | Synonym |
| Asymbolis analis | Ogilby | 1885 | Synonym |
| Halaelurus analis | Ogilby | 1885 | Synonym |
| Scyllium anale | Ogilby | 1885 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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