Catshark - Wikipedia
WEBCatshark. Catsharks are ground sharks of the family Scyliorhinidae. They are the largest family of sharks with around 160 species placed in 17 genera. [2] Although they are generally known as catsharks, some species can also be …
Cat Shark - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
WEBA Cat Shark, also known as a catshark or dogfish, is any number of different species in the Scyliorhinidae family. Overall, scientists recognize at least 160 different species in the family!
Cat shark | Size, Classification, & Facts | Britannica
WEBcat shark, any of more than 150 species of small mottled sharks (order Carcharhiniformes). Most are less than 90 cm (3 feet) long, and many have bold body markings. They have slender bodies and eyes that are elongate, giving them a …
Small-spotted catshark - Wikipedia
WEBThe small-spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula), also known as the sandy dogfish, [1] lesser-spotted dogfish, rough-hound or morgay (in Scotland and Cornwall), [2] is a catshark of the family Scyliorhinidae.
All About the Catshark - Ocean Conservancy
WEBOct 30, 2023 · Not to be confused with the similarly named catfish, the catshark is an interesting aquatic animal. And yes, even though they dwell on the ocean floor, they have a couple of characteristics in common with their feline namesake.
Small-spotted catshark - The Wildlife Trusts
WEBThe small-spotted catshark has very rough, pale cream skin, large dark cat-like eyes and a small mouth. The eggs cases or 'mermaid's purses' are often found washed up onshore. They are 5-7cm long with curly tendrils coming from the corners.
Sharkland | Catsharks | Nature - PBS
WEBJun 29, 2008 · Catsharks occur in warmer seas all over the world and are the most common and numerous sharks in many tropical and warm temperate regions. Catsharks are generally small, usually less than 2 ½ feet...
ADW: Scyliorhinidae: INFORMATION
WEBCatsharks (family Scyliorhinidae) are small sharks. Most are less than 80 cm long, but some, i.e. Scyliorhinus stellaris, attain a length of at least 1.6 m. The bodies of catsharks are fusiform (cylindrical, tapering at the ends) to slightly depressed.
Catsharks - Ocean Animals
WEBCatsharks are characterized by their elongated, cat-like eyes and two small dorsal fins on their far back. Most have patterns of spots, patches or stripes.
Small-spotted catshark - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on
WEBThe small-spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula), also known as the sandy dogfish, lesser-spotted dogfish, rough-hound or morgay (in Scotland and Cornwall), is a catshark of the family Scyliorhinidae.
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