Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Rhizoprionodon terraenovae
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 0–280 m
- Max size: 1.1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small grey shark of the western Atlantic, the Atlantic sharpnose shark works the continental shelf from the surf zone off sandy beaches into bays, estuaries and river mouths, down to about 280 metres. It feeds on small fishes, shrimps, crabs, worms and molluscs, and bears litters of one to seven live pups.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Carcharhinidae › Rhizoprionodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158510.
FAQ
- How deep does the Atlantic Sharpnose Shark live?
- The Atlantic Sharpnose Shark (Rhizoprionodon terraenovae) is typically found at 0–280 m.
- Is the Atlantic Sharpnose Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Atlantic Sharpnose Shark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Atlantic Sharpnose Shark get?
- The Atlantic Sharpnose Shark grows to about 1.1 m.