Nurse shark
Pseudoginglymostoma brevicaudatum
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Saltwater
Max Length
75.0 cm
Family
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 75.0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Order | Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks) |
| Family | Ginglymostomatidae (Nurse Sharks) |
| Species | Pseudoginglymostoma brevicaudatum |
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does Nurse shark get?
Nurse shark can grow up to 75.0 cm long.
What family does Nurse shark belong to?
Nurse shark (Pseudoginglymostoma brevicaudatum) belongs to the family Ginglymostomatidae (Nurse Sharks) in the order Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks).
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