Fishing for Port Jackson shark

Heterodontus portusjacksoni

The Port Jackson shark is a distinctive species known for its blunt head and harness-like pattern across its body. It primarily feeds on mollusks, crustaceans, and sea urchins. Inhabiting rocky reefs and sandy seabeds, it typically reaches 30-50 inches and weighs 15-40 pounds. Nocturnal by nature, it is a slow-moving, bottom-dwelling shark. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

? - 328 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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