Whitecheek Shark
Carcharhinus dussumieri
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
A small inshore requiem shark of continental and island shelves, it cruises shallow coastal waters down to about 100 metres hunting fish, squid and crustaceans. Females give birth to tiny litters, usually just two pups after carrying them on a yolk sac placenta. Heavy inshore fishing has pushed it to endangered status.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Carcharhinidae › Carcharhinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217347.
FAQ
- How deep does the Whitecheek Shark live?
- The Whitecheek Shark (Carcharhinus dussumieri) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Whitecheek Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Whitecheek Shark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Whitecheek Shark get?
- The Whitecheek Shark grows to about 1.2 m.