Cirrhoscyllium expolitum

Cirrhoscyllium expolitum Smith and Radcliffe in Smith, 1913 is a species of chondrichthyes belonging to the family Parascylliidae (order Orectolobiformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the barbelthroat carpet shark.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Cirrhoscyllium expolitum Smith and Radcliffe in Smith, 1913 places this species within the chondrichthyes lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Orectolobiformes, Cirrhoscyllium expolitum exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: a chondrichthyes fish Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Parascylliidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Parascylliidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.