Where Does Longnose Sawshark Live?

Longnose Sawshark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Longnose Sawshark

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths ranging from 37 to 310 meters (121 to 1,017 feet), though occasionally recorded shallower or deeper (up to 630 meters).

Environment

Benthic or demersal, inhabiting continental shelves and upper slopes. Prefers soft substrates (sand, mud) where it can forage for buried prey.

Geographic range

Endemic to the temperate waters of southern Australia, from Western Australia to New South Wales, including Tasmania.

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