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Australian Epaulette Shark EXPERT ONLY (Hemiscyllium ocellatum)
Australian Epaulette Shark EXPERT ONLY
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Australian Epaulette Shark EXPERT ONLY (Hemiscyllium ocellatum)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
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Quick Stats

Care Level Expert Only
Temperament Aggressive
Color Form Tan, Yellow
Diet Carnivore
Reef Compatible No
Water Conditions sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size 3' 6"
Family Orectolobidae
Minimum Tank Size 360 gallons
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Care Level Expert Only
Temperament Aggressive
Color Form Tan, Yellow
Diet Carnivore
Reef Compatible No
Water Conditions sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size 3' 6"
Family Orectolobidae
Minimum Tank Size 360 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The Australian Epaulette Shark is a fairly small bottom-dwelling shark. It has a series of small spots on a yellowish-tan body and is recognized by the large spot directly above each pectoral fin. The Australian Epaulette Shark can reach a maximum size of 42".

A tank of 360 gallons or larger should be adequate. It requires sand as the substrate in the aquarium. The Epaulette's abdomen is easily scratched by a coarser substrate which could cause an infection. It should never be exposed to copper-based medications. The Epaulette Shark will eat invertebrates in the aquarium, and since it is primarily active at night, will prey upon any small, sleeping fish.

When first introduced into the aquarium, small pieces of cleaned squid or live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. Then it may be fed shrimp, scallops or pieces of fresh marine fish.

The Epaulette Shark should only be kept by expert aquarists.

Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 10" to 18" Large 18" to 28"

Please note: We guarantee that ALL aquaria species we offer will arrive alive and in good condition. However, because of the increased level of care required for this particular species, it has been designated as "Expert Only." This species is recommended only for the expert aquarist, zoo, or research institution. “Expert Only” aquatic life is exempt from our extended guarantee after their arrival.

Customer Testimonials

Sam Theis Los Angele , CA
I just got one of these sharks for my 1500 gallon aquarium and they are very pretty.
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