Carpet shark
Ginglymostoma cirratum
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Longueur maximale
430,0 cm
Poids maximum
109,58 kg
Plage de profondeur
0-130m
Famille
Overview
Carpet shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) is a marine fish of the family Ginglymostomatidae (Nurse Sharks), in the order Orectolobiformes. Maximum recorded length is 430 cm, with a maximum published weight of 110 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–130 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 430,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 109,58 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-130m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-130m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks) |
| Famille | Ginglymostomatidae (Nurse Sharks) |
| Espèces | Ginglymostoma cirratum |
Foire aux questions
How big does Carpet shark get?
Carpet shark can grow up to 430.0 cm long and weigh 109.58 kg.
Where is Carpet shark found?
Coral reefs
What family does Carpet shark belong to?
Carpet shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) belongs to the family Ginglymostomatidae (Nurse Sharks) in the order Orectolobiformes (Carpet sharks).
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