- Bullhead sharks are members of the genus Heterodontus, the only members of the family Heterodontidae and only living members of the order Heterodontiformes1. They are relatively small, with the largest species reaching just 1.65 meters (5.5 feet) in maximum length1. These sharks are bottom feeders in tropical and subtropical waters1. They are harmless to humans and eat mollusks, crabs, and sea urchins2.Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.The bullhead sharks are members of the genus Heterodontus, the only members of the family Heterodontidae and only living members of the order Heterodontiformes. All are relatively small, with the largest species reaching just 1.65 metres (5.5 ft) in maximum length. They are bottom feeders in tropical and subtropical waters.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bullhead_sharkBullhead shark, any of 11 species, known for having a broad head, small mouth, and short snout, that make up the genus Heterodontus. Sharks of this exclusively marine group live in the tropical reaches of the Pacific and Indian oceans. They are harmless to humans and eat mollusks, crabs, and sea urchins.www.britannica.com/animal/bullhead-shark
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The bullhead sharks are members of the genus Heterodontus, the only members of the family Heterodontidae and only living members of the order Heterodontiformes. All are relatively small, with the largest species reaching just 1.65 metres (5.5 ft) in maximum length. They are bottom feeders in … See more
Ten living species of bullhead shark have been described:
• Heterodontus francisci (Girard, 1855) (horn shark)
• Heterodontus galeatus (Günther, … See more• Compagno, Leonard (2002) Sharks of the World: Bullhead, mackerel and carpet sharks Volume 2, FAO Species Catalogue, Rome. See more
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WebBullhead shark is a genus of 11 species with a broad head, small mouth, and short snout. They are harmless to humans and live in the tropical …
Japanese bullhead shark - Wikipedia
The Japanese bullhead shark (Heterodontus japonicus) is a species of bullhead shark in the family Heterodontidae found in the northwestern Pacific Ocean off the coasts of Japan, Korea, and China. This benthic shark occurs at depths of 6–37 m (20–121 ft) over rocky bottoms or kelp beds. Measuring up to 1.2 m (3.9 ft) long, it can be identified by its short, blunt head, two high dorsal fins with anterior spi…
Wikipedia · Text under CC-BY-SA license- Family: Heterodontidae
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Genus: Heterodontus
- Species: H. japonicus
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WebThe zebra bullhead shark (Heterodontus zebra) is a bullhead shark of the family Heterodontidae found in the central Indo-Pacific between latitudes 40°N and 20°S, from …
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WebBullhead sharks are bottom-dwelling predators with a broad head, short snout, and smallmouth. They belong to the order Heterodontiformes and have 11 species, some of which are found near the shoreline and are …
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WebThe Japanese bullhead shark ( Heterodontus japonicus) is a species of bullhead shark in the family Heterodontidae found in the northwestern Pacific Ocean off the coasts of …
Zebra bullhead shark - Wikipedia
WebThe zebra bullhead shark (Heterodontus zebra) is a bullhead shark of the family Heterodontidae found in the central Indo-Pacific between latitudes 40°N and 20°S, from …
Bullhead Sharks - Ocean Animals
WebLearn about the nine living species of Bullhead Sharks, a small order of bottom-feeding sharks with flat teeth and large heads. Find out their average length, distribution, and how to distinguish them from other sharks.
Bullhead Sharks - Heterodontiformes | Sharkwater Extinction
WebLearn about the different species of bullhead sharks, a group of bottom-feeding sharks with large heads and short snouts. Find out their distribution, biology, conservation status, …
Japanese Bullhead Shark, Heterodontus japonicus (Maclay
WebThe Japanese Bullhead Shark can be recognised by its pattern of broad saddles or bars on the body. The related Zebra Horn Shark, Heterodontus zebrahas narrower dark bars on …
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