port jackson
Nombres alternativos: Heterodontus portusjacksoni
The Port Jackson shark is a nocturnal animal found in the coastal region of southern Australia. It is a migratory species, moving south in the summer and north in the winter to breed. It can be usually found in depths less than 100 meters (330 feet) but can go much deeper. One of its recognizable features is its large head with prominent forehead ridges. The Port Jackson shark can grow up to 1.65 meters/5.5 feet long. The animal’s diet consists of sea urchins, small fish, and benthic invertebrates such as gastropods.