Banded Wobbegong
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NameBanded Wobbegong
Scientific NameOrectolobus halei
Common NamesBanded Wobbegong, Gulf Wobbegong, Wobbegong
FamilyOrectolobidae
OriginEastern Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)98.4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge, robust, non-aggressive fish (in very large aquariums)
Description
The Banded Wobbegong is a large, bottom-dwelling shark characterized by its flattened body and intricate, camouflaged pattern. It features dermal lobes around its head, which assist in its ambush predation strategy. Primarily found in temperate Australian waters, this species is a nocturnal hunter.
