




atelomycterus marmoratus
The Coral Catshark is a small and friendly shark that loves to hide among the colorful corals! It has beautiful patterns on its skin that help it blend in with its surroundings.
生息地: Coral reefs in warm, shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific.
The Coral Catshark has a slender body with a flattened head, short barbels, and a distinct, intricate marbled pattern of dark brown spots and stripes over a light background. Its appearance allows it to blend seamlessly with coral reefs and rocky seafloors.





カテゴリ
魚類レア度
Common
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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Coral Catsharks can survive short periods out of water during low tide, waiting for the ocean to return.
During mating, the male catshark gently bites the female to hold her in place.
It lays unusual egg cases, often called 'mermaid's purses,' that attach to underwater plants!
They use whisker-like growths called barbels near their mouths to 'taste' the seafloor for food.
Coral Catshark can detect weak electrical fields because of special pores that helps them find hidden prey.
Coral Catshark has a patterned skin that helps them blend perfectly into coral and rocky environments.
Coral Catshark can squeeze into tiny cracks and crevices because of its slender, agile body for hiding or hunting.
This shark hunts small critters and fish hiding among the coral, using its super senses to find them!
Penaeus monodon
A common meal for the catshark.
Portunus pelagicus
Crabs are a favorite benthic food source.
Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos
Larger sharks sometimes prey on juveniles.
Acropora formosa
Provides hiding spots from predators and current.
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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40-70 cm
1-2 kg
10-20 年
This shark hunts small critters and fish hiding among the coral, using its super senses to find them!
2 km/h
Coral reefs in warm, shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific.
Ambush
100 m
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