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The pyjama shark or striped catshark (Poroderma africanum) is a species of catshark, and part of the family Scyliorhinidae, endemic to the coastal waters of South Africa. This abundant, bottom-dwelling species can be found from the intertidal zone to a depth of around 100 m (330 ft), particularly over rocky reefs and kelp beds.
Poroderma is a genus of catsharks, and part of the family Scyliorhinidae.The color of these sharks are usually grey with dark stripes. They are found in South Africa and are nocturnal.
Scyliorhinidae catsharks may be distinguished by their elongated, cat-like eyes and two small dorsal fins set far back. Most species are fairly small, growing no longer than 80 cm (31 in); a few, such as the nursehound (Scyliorhinus stellaris) can reach 1.6 m (5.2 ft) in length.
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This shark has been observed attacking octopus and cuttlefish by seizing and tearing off tentacles with a twisting motion. [11] Like its close relative the pyjama shark, it will temporarily abandon its nocturnal habits to take advantage of the daytime mass spawnings of the chokka squid ( Loligo vulgaris reynaudi ), which occur unpredictably ...
Poroderma africanum, the pyjama shark or striped catshark, a shark species; Synonyms. Pygeum africanum, a synonym for Prunus africana, a tree species