Zebra Shark (Stegostoma tigrinum)

Also known as Catshark, Common Carpet Shark, Leopard Shark, Variegated Shark

Description

Also known as Catshark, Common Carpet Shark, Leopard Shark, Variegated Shark.

Found singly or in shivers, over coral, rubble, and sandy bottoms, of coastal waters. This is a slow moving shark that can sometimes be found hunting in packs.
They feed nocturnally on crustaceans, small fish, molluscs, octopus, and sea snakes.
Juvenile's black and white striped.
Length - 354cm
Depth - 0-90m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

Zebra Sharks are not considered dangerous.
They have a tail that is half the size of their body. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/5374

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