Ginglymostoma cirratum

Sharks

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  • Nurse shark
  • Karibik-Ammenhai
  • Verpleegsterhaai
  • Requin-nourrice
  • Gata nodriza;Tiburón gata
  • Squalo nutrice

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The tropical Pacific

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally motionless in its environment
  • The species is generally found at the bottom of a hole
  • The species can be found between 0 and 130 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 430 cm
  • Maximum age known : 25 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

  • The animal may bite
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)