The Cloudy catshark (Scyliorhinus torazame) is a saltwater fish of the family Scyliorhinidae that grows up to 78 cm.
Description
The Cloudy catshark is a small catshark (Scyliorhinidae) from coastal waters of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a slender, brown body with cloudy dark saddle marks and cat-like eyes. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it rests by day among rocks and on sand bottoms and hunts small fish, crustaceans and molluscs by night. It lays eggs in horny capsules. This small shark is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cloudy catshark?
The Cloudy catshark has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Cloudy catshark live?
The Cloudy catshark lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Cloudy catshark get?
The Cloudy catshark grows to a maximum of about 78 cm.
Is the Cloudy catshark dangerous to humans?
No, the Cloudy catshark is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Scyliorhinus
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