Carcharias taurus

Sharks

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  • Sandtiger shark;Grey nurse shark
  • Sandtigerhai
  • Zandtijgerhaai
  • Requin-taureau
  • Tiburón toro;Toro bacota

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 190 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 320 cm
  • Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

  • The animal may inflict serious bites
  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
  • The species is classified asVulnerable