Fishing for Australian swellshark

Cephaloscyllium laticeps
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The Australian swellshark is a small, bottom-dwelling shark found in the coastal waters of southern Australia. It can inflate its body to deter predators. Typically reaching 39 inches and weighing up to 22 pounds, it has a broad, flattened head and mottled brown skin. It feeds on crustaceans and small fish, often hiding in rocky crevices. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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