The collared carpetshark has a caudal fin with its upper lobe not elevated above the body axis, with a strong terminal lobe and subterminal notch but no ventral lobe. It is a common but little-known shark found on the continental shelf.

Coloration is light yellowish to reddish-brown, with a prominent dark brownish collar around the gills, five dusky saddles, and dark spots on the body, tail and fins.

Reproduction is oviparous, with flattened, elongate egg-cases.

References

• Compagno, Dando, & Fowler, Sharks of the World, Princeton University Press, New Jersey 2005 ISBN 0-691-12072-2