Scyliorhinus spp (Paroon Shark)

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Scientific Name: Scyliorhinus spp

Common Name: Paroon Shark

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Ijaw Name: Ndi

Family: Scyliorhinidae

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Description: Paroon sharks have a long, slender body and a flattened head. They typically exhibit a pattern of light and dark coloration, which helps them blend into their surroundings. Their skin is usually covered in small dermal denticles, giving it a rough texture. They can grow to about 1.5 to 2 meters (approximately 4.9 to 6.6 feet) in length. Paroon Sharks are primarily found in the southeastern Asia and Indian Ocean regions, particularly around the coasts of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. They inhabit a variety of marine environments, including coral reefs, rocky areas, and sandy substrates, typically at depths ranging from 10 to 200 meters (approximately 33 to 656 feet).