Leopard Shark (Triakis semifasciata)

Also known as Ground Sharks, Leopard Houndshark, Zebra Shark

Description

Also known as Ground Sharks, Leopard Houndshark, Zebra Shark.

Found in mixed schools, over shallow, to intertidal deeper waters, on mud and sand areas bottoms, close to kelp beds and rocky reefs, of enclosed muddy bays, estuaries, and lagoons.
They feed nocturnally on fish and benthic invertebrates.
Length - 198cm
Depth - 0-150m
Widespread Eastern Pacific

Found in warm and temperate coastal seas. Ref: https://www.fishbase.de/summary/2543

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