Heterodontus galeatus (Crested Hornshark)

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Very similar to Port Jackson Shark (H. portusjacksoni), but has more prominent ridges above the eyes and lacks the clearly defined 'harness' markings on the back.

Heterodontus galeatus is listed in the following regions:

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Heterodontus galeatus (Crested Hornshark) at Merimbula, NSW - 21 Jan 2018 by rickcarey

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Heterodontus galeatus (Crested Hornshark) at Merimbula, NSW - 21 Jan 2018 by rickcarey

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Species information

Heterodontus galeatus Scientific name
Crested Hornshark Common name
Not Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
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