Lemon shark
Negaprion brevirostris
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 340,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 183,7 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-92m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-92m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familie | Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) |
| Arten | Negaprion brevirostris |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Lemon shark get?
Lemon shark can grow up to 340.0 cm long and weigh 183.7 kg.
Where is Lemon shark found?
Coral reefs
What family does Lemon shark belong to?
Lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) belongs to the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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