Caribbean Sharpnose Shark
Rhizoprionodon porosus
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: to 500 m
- Max size: 1.1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A slim sharpnose shark common in bays and estuaries that often runs up into rivers, yet also ranges offshore to around 500 metres. It feeds mainly on small bony fishes along with snails, squid and shrimp, and bears litters of two to six live pups. It is listed as Vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Carcharhinidae › Rhizoprionodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271328.
FAQ
- How deep does the Caribbean Sharpnose Shark live?
- The Caribbean Sharpnose Shark (Rhizoprionodon porosus) is typically found at to 500 m.
- Is the Caribbean Sharpnose Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Caribbean Sharpnose Shark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Caribbean Sharpnose Shark get?
- The Caribbean Sharpnose Shark grows to about 1.1 m.