Fishing for Colclough's shark

Brachaelurus colcloughi

Colclough's shark is a small, bottom-dwelling species found in shallow coastal waters off eastern Australia. It has a stout body, rounded snout, and distinctive blue-gray coloration. Typically reaching 24-30 inches and weighing around 10-15 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Known for its nocturnal behavior, it often shelters in rocky crevices during the day. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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