Brown shark
Carcharhinus plumbeus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 300,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 117,93 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-500m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-500m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familie | Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) |
| Arten | Carcharhinus plumbeus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Brown shark get?
Brown shark can grow up to 300.0 cm long and weigh 117.93 kg.
Where is Brown shark found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Brown shark belong to?
Brown shark (Carcharhinus plumbeus) belongs to the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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