Blue nurse shark
Carcharias taurus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 330,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 158,81 kg |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 1-191m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
1-191m
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks) |
| Família | Carchariidae |
| Espécies | Carcharias taurus |
Perguntas Frequentes
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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