Where Does Brown-banded bambooshark Live?

Brown-banded bambooshark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Brown-banded bambooshark

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, from the intertidal zone down to about 110 meters (360 feet), but most commonly in less than 30 meters (100 feet).

Environment

Inhabits coral reefs, rocky areas, tide pools, and seagrass beds. Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms where it can forage and rest. Often found in crevices or under ledges during the day.

Geographic range

Indo-West Pacific: Persian Gulf, India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Taiwan, Japan, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, and northern Australia.

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