Epaulette Sharks
Family Name
Hemiscylliidae
Size
Up to 107cm
Characteristics
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Blunt snout with small mouth
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Large spot over each pectoral fin
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Two similarly sized dorsal fins
Threats
Populations around New Guinea may be threatened by overfishing, destructive fishing practices and habitat modification
Did you know?
Epaulette sharks can survive without oxygen for some time
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