Slender Weasel Shark
Paragaleus longicaudatus
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 1–18 m
- Max size: 48.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
A small slender weasel shark of the shallow continental shelf, it keeps to water no deeper than about 18 metres. It bears live young and reaches around half a metre, and is listed as Near Threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Hemigaleidae › Paragaleus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1577342.
FAQ
- How deep does the Slender Weasel Shark live?
- The Slender Weasel Shark (Paragaleus longicaudatus) is typically found at 1–18 m.
- Is the Slender Weasel Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Slender Weasel Shark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Slender Weasel Shark get?
- The Slender Weasel Shark grows to about 48.3 cm.