Parmaturus melanobranchus

Parmaturus melanobranchus (Chan, 1966) is a species of chondrichthyes belonging to the family Scyliorhinidae (order Carcharhiniformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the blackgill catshark.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Parmaturus melanobranchus (Chan, 1966) places this species within the chondrichthyes lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Carcharhiniformes, Parmaturus melanobranchus exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: a chondrichthyes fish Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Scyliorhinidae.

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

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