The collared carpetshark (''Parascyllium collare'') is a poorly understood species of carpetshark of the

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to the waters of eastern Australia between

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s 26°S and 38°S. It is typically found in depth near the floor of rocky reefs on the continental shelf, though its depth range can extend between . At a maximum length of only , it poses no threat to humans. It is common within its range and is not targeted species. This, combined with high survival rates after discardment and a significant portion of habitat untouched by fishing are why it is listed as

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by the

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(IUCN). Reproduction is oviparous and embryos feed solely on yolk.

References

* Compagno, Dando, & Fowler, ''Sharks of the World'', Princeton University Press, New Jersey 2005

External links

* * collared carpetshark Fauna of New South Wales Marine fish of Eastern Australia collared carpetshark {{shark-stub