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.)