Image Bank - Sharks and Rays
Frill Shark,Swimming
Reference |
IB0228 |
Category |
Sharks and Rays |
Family Name |
Frill Sharks - CHLAMYDOSELACHIDAE |
Common Name |
Frill Shark,Swimming |
Scientific Name |
Chlamydoselachus anguineus |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
The Frill Shark is the only member of this family and is found worldwide in deep water, to 1200 m or more. He grows to a maximum length of about 2m. This shark feeds mainly on squids but also takes fishes and other small sharks. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |