Cetorhinus maximus

Sharks

Basking shark
Riesenhai
Reuzenhaai
Requin pèlerin
Colayo
Squalo elefante

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 2000 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 : 1500 cm
Maximum age known : 50 year(s)
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- - Chemistry/pharmacy
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)
The species is classified asVulnerable