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[edit] Ornate wobbegong Scientific Name Orectolobus ornatus Max. Size: about 3.9 feet/1.2 meters Tank Size: at least 1,200 gallons. Aggression: They are very aggressive feeders. Hardiness: very hardy species. Reef-Safe: Known to inhabit rocky reefs. Available as captive-bred: Not at present time.

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Physical Description

A small species of Wobbegong covered in an intricate pattern dominated by eight dark irregular saddles edged with black lines. Saddles stand out against a light tan or grey background. Light brown and gray freckle-like blotches on and between saddles and on pectoral fins.

Distribution

Indo-Pacific Region - Indonesia, New Guinea, and Northeastern Australia.

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Behavior

A ambush predator, often lays waiting for hours for prey to come by. But is known to be a very aggressive feeder.

Feeding

Feeds on small fishes, and benthic invertebrates.

Breeding

Known to be Ovoviviparous, pups are born at about 8 inches.

Social Structure

usually solitary.

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Additional Notes

This species has been confused until very recently with another species - the Banded or Gulf Wobbegong (Orectolobus halei) which grows to nearly 10 ft long, and is found in Southern Australian waters - from New South Wales to Western Australia.