Elasmobranch ID game

[krj-1168]

Since it my turn.

Here's one that might not be as simple as it may seem to be.

BTW - as usually I both want scientific and common names.

 

[Bottomfeeder]

I used a field guide Ornate Wobbegong, Orectolobus ornatus??

 

[krj-1168]

Close - But no.

Although this species was once misidentified as O. ornatus - it was only recently(in the last 5 years) reclassified as it's own distinct species.

 

[Bottomfeeder]

Close - But no.

Although this species was once misidentified as O. ornatus - it was only recently(in the last 5 years) reclassified as it's own distinct species.

maculatus, the Spotted Wobbygong?

 

[Crumbs]

Referencing Elasmodiver Im going to go with Banded Wobbegong (Orectolobus halei)

 

[krj-1168]

It's not the Spotted Wobbie - either.

Chris is right - it's the Banded Wobbie (O. halei).

Which means it's your turn Chris.

 

[Crumbs]

Here is the next runner up. Ill need the scientific name please

 

[Crumbs]

A clue might help- this pic is of a juvi that has just started to transition into its adult pattern (spots). The juvi pattern is most predominant.

 

[serafino]

heterodontus zebra as a juvi because the pattern isn't the same but the length of the two dorsal fins seem zebra like.

 

[krj-1168]

Actually I think it's a bit rarer(harder to find) than the Zebra Bullhead.

I think it's Heterodontus ramalheira or the White-spotted Bullhead Shark.