Coral catshark Profile

The Coral catshark (Atelomycterus marmoratus) is a small shark species distinguished by its slender body and striking, marbled or coral-like patterning, featuring hues of brown and beige. It is native to the Indo-West Pacific region, residing in shallow, tropical coral reefs. Typically growing to about 70 cm in length, the Coral catshark has a cylindrical body shape with short nasal barbels near its mouth, which it uses for searching food on the ocean floor. Among aquarium enthusiasts and the fishkeeping hobby, it is relatively well-known and appreciated for its unique appearance and manageable size, although its care requires specific conditions that replicate its natural habitat.