The tasselled wobbegong is a distinctive carpet shark known for its ornate, fringed appearance. It inhabits shallow coral reefs and rocky areas, primarily in the Indo-Pacific region. This ambush predator feeds on fish and invertebrates. Reaching up to 48 inches and weighing around 45 pounds, it exhibits a sedentary lifestyle, often camouflaging itself among the ocean floor. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Tasselled wobbegong
39 in · 25 lb
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Tweed Shire coastal waters
51 in · 154 lb
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