Where Does Banded Houndshark Live?

Banded Houndshark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Banded Houndshark

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from 1 to 100 meters (3 to 328 feet), but can occur down to 200 meters (656 feet).

Environment

Demersal, inhabiting continental shelves and upper slopes. Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms, often near rocky reefs or kelp beds. Tolerates a wide range of temperatures.

Geographic range

Northwestern Pacific Ocean, including the coasts of Japan, Korea, China, and Taiwan. Its range extends from Hokkaido, Japan, south to the East China Sea.

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