Shorttail catshark

The shorttail catshark, Parmaturus sp. A, is an undescribed cat shark of the family Scyliorhinidae, the only specimen known having been found off the coast of Queensland. Its length is 72 cm. Reproduction is oviparous.

Scientific name:

  • Parmaturus sp. A

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Also known as:

  • Short-tail shark

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