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Two New Shark Species Found
Two new species of wobbegongs, otherwise known as carpet sharks, have been found in Western Australian waters.
WA Department of Fisheries shark researcher Justin Chidlow said there were now eight known wobbegong shark species in Australia.
The new floral banded wobbegong has been spotted between Geraldton and Augusta and the new dwarf spotted wobbegong was found in shark fishery catches between Green Head and Mandurah, Mr Chidlow said.
Wobbegongs, which are often sold in fish shops under the name of carpet shark, are probably the most common shark species seen by divers.
WA Department of Fisheries shark researcher Justin Chidlow said there were now eight known wobbegong shark species in Australia.
The new floral banded wobbegong has been spotted between Geraldton and Augusta and the new dwarf spotted wobbegong was found in shark fishery catches between Green Head and Mandurah, Mr Chidlow said.
Wobbegongs, which are often sold in fish shops under the name of carpet shark, are probably the most common shark species seen by divers.
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