Blue nurse shark
Carcharias taurus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 330,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 158,81 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-191m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
1-191m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks) |
| Famille | Carchariidae |
| Espèces | Carcharias taurus |
Foire aux questions
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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