Blacktip shark
Rhizoprionodon acutus
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 175,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 5,0 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 1-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Su Tipi
Freshwater & Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
1-200m
Balıkçılık Bilgileri
Spor Balığı
Evet
Taxonomy
| Takım | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familya | Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) |
| Türler | Rhizoprionodon acutus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Blacktip shark get?
Blacktip shark can grow up to 175.0 cm long and weigh 5.0 kg.
Where is Blacktip shark found?
Estuaries
What family does Blacktip shark belong to?
Blacktip shark (Rhizoprionodon acutus) belongs to the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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