Scyliorhinus besnardi Springer & Sadowsky, 1970
Polkadot catshark
Scyliorhinus besnardi
photo by FAO

Family:  Scyliorhinidae (Cat sharks), subfamily: Scyliorhininae
Max. size:  47 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 140 - 190 m
Distribution:  Southwest Atlantic: northern Uruguay.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found on the outer continental shelf. Oviparous (Ref. 50449).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 30 April 2004 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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