Brachaeluridae - blind sharks

There are two species in this family of sharks. They have flattened bodies; broad, flat heads; two spineless dorsal fins, an anal fin, five pairs of gill slits, and barbells on their nostrils.

Blind sharks are found in warm temperate and tropical regions around Australia. They are found in shallow water and to depths of 300 feet. They are often found in rocky or coral areas. They eat small bony fish, crustaceans, and anemones.

World Status Key
Least Concern Near Threatened Vulnerable Endangered Critically Endangered Extinct in the Wild Extinct
Status taken from ICUN Redlist. If no status is listed, there is not enough data to establish status.

Other Species Around the World
Location Key Arctic Ocean Atlantic Ocean Indian Ocean Pacific Ocean Southern Ocean Africa Asia Australia/Oceania Europe North America South America NH Species
Blind Shark - Brachaelurus waddi Bluegray Carpetshark - Heteroscyllium colcloughi

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Blind Shark - Brachaelurus waddi
The blind shark is also known as the brown catfish.
Source: Arkive Intended Audience: General Reading Level: Middle School