Blue nurse shark
Carcharias taurus
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Saltwater
Overview
Blue nurse shark (Carcharias taurus) is a marine fish of the family Carchariidae, in the order Lamniformes. Maximum recorded length is 330 cm, with a maximum published weight of 159 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–191 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 330,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 158,81 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 1-191m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
1-191m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks) |
| Familia | Carchariidae |
| Especies | Carcharias taurus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Blue nurse shark get?
Blue nurse shark can grow up to 330.0 cm long and weigh 158.81 kg.
Where is Blue nurse shark found?
Coral reefs
What family does Blue nurse shark belong to?
Blue nurse shark (Carcharias taurus) belongs to the family Carchariidae in the order Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks).
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