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Tasselled Wobbegong (Eucrossohrinus dasypogon)
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The Tasselled Wobbegong (Eucrossorhinus dasypogon) is found
only in tropical waters. It has a distinctive mass of lobes
and tendrils around the jaws, more so than any other wobbegong
species.
The scientific name for the Tasselled Wobbegong (Eucrossorhinus
dasypogon) roughly translates into 'well fringed nose with
shaggy beard'. It has a very broad head, large spiracles set
behind small eyes, large rounded pectoral fins and a beautiful
mosaic pattern of spots and lines all over a yellowish brown
body.
Like all wobbegongs the Tasselled Wobbegong relies on camouflage
and quick reflexes to snatch prey that strays too close to
its head. Of course the lush beard adds another dimension
to its hunting with the frilly tassels appearing to be succulent
morsels which attracts fish, squid, cuttlefish and crabs.
It has a very flexible flattened body shape that allows it
to squirm into enclosed spaces or manoeuvre in caves for the
best hunting spot.
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