Species Type:
Sharks & Rays
Common Name(s):
Coral catshark
Size:
Coral catsharks reach 28 inches (70 centimeters) in length.
Diet:
Coral catsharks eat reef fish species and aquatic invertebrates.
Range & Habitat:
These sharks like to inhabit coral reef communities in shallow coastal waters. Relatively secluded, coral catsharks can primarily be found in the Indo-West Pacific region.
Details:
Coral catsharks have color-changing abilities that allow them to adapt to different environments— from sandy sea floors to coral reefs. These sharks are mostly nocturnal, hunting for small fish and invertebrates at night.They have long, sensitive barbels on their snouts to help them detect prey hidden in the sand. During mating, males will display intricate color changes and gentle behaviors to attract females.