Bay-shark
Carcharhinus obscurus
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Saltwater
Overview
Bay-shark (Carcharhinus obscurus) is a marine fish of the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 420 cm, with a maximum published weight of 347 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–400 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 420,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 346,54 kg |
| نطاق العمق | 0-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
0-400m
معلومات الصيد
أسماك الصيد الرياضي
نعم
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| الفصيلة | Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) |
| الأنواع | Carcharhinus obscurus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Bay-shark get?
Bay-shark can grow up to 420.0 cm long and weigh 346.54 kg.
Where is Bay-shark found?
Estuaries
What family does Bay-shark belong to?
Bay-shark (Carcharhinus obscurus) belongs to the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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