Whitefin Swellshark and Similar Species
Cephaloscyllium albipinnum
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Draughtsboard Shark
Cephaloscyllium isabellum
Key differences: C. isabellum typically has a more pronounced pattern of dark saddles and blotches resembling a draughtsboard, and lacks the prominent white fin margins characteristic of C. albipinnum. Its geographic range is also primarily New Zealand.
Australian Swellshark
Cephaloscyllium laticeps
Key differences: C. laticeps generally has a more uniform brownish coloration, often with darker spots or blotches, but lacks the distinct white fin margins. Its head is also notably broad and flattened.
Reticulated Swellshark
Cephaloscyllium fasciatum
Key differences: C. fasciatum has a distinctive reticulated or banded pattern over its body and lacks the white fin margins. Its range is also more northern in Australia.
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