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Brownbanded bambooshark
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A species of bamboo shark (Hemiscylliidae family), only grows to 1 meter in length. They prefer being in dark areas shaded by rocks. Juveniles have a black and white striped pattern, with a different body color as adults.

Scientific name Chiloscyllium punctatum
English name Brownbanded bambooshark
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