Hydrolagus marmoratus Didier 2008

Other Names: Marbled Ghostshark, Marbled Ghostshark

Hydrolagus marmoratus. Source: CSIRO National Fish Collection. License: CC BY Attribution

Summary:
This small ghostshark has a distinct network of light and dark reticulations along its flank, and lacks an anal fin like other Hydrolagus spp.. The teeth are beak-like towards the front of the mouth, and plate-like with pronounced knobs towards the back of the mouth.  Males have very long, slender trifurcated claspers with extensive bristle patches.
Cite this page as:
Matt B. Reardon & Dianne J. Bray, Hydrolagus marmoratus in Fishes of Australia, accessed 22 Jan 2025, https://fishesofaustralia.net.au/home/species/2666

Quick Facts

CAAB Code:37042011
Biology:Egg layer
Conservation:IUCN Data Deficient
Danger:Dorsal spine
Depth:550-995m
Fishing:By-catch
Habitat:Demersal
Max Size:53cm
Native:Endemic

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