Where Does Small-spotted Catshark Live?

Small-spotted Catshark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Small-spotted Catshark

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found from the intertidal zone down to depths of 400 meters (1,300 feet), occasionally deeper to 780 meters (2,560 feet). Most common in shallower coastal waters.

Environment

Benthic, inhabiting sandy, gravelly, and muddy bottoms, as well as rocky reefs and seagrass beds. Prefers areas with shelter and abundant prey.

Geographic range

Northeastern Atlantic Ocean, from Norway and the British Isles south to Senegal, including the Mediterranean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. Also found around the Canary Islands and Madeira.

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