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