Bull shark
Carcharhinus leucas
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Bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) is a euryhaline fish of the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 360 cm, with a maximum published weight of 316 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–164 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, pelagic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 360,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 316,5 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-164m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, pelagic, estuaries
Informations sur la pêche
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Famille | Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) |
| Espèces | Carcharhinus leucas |
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