Ginglymostoma cirratum

Nurse Shark

2.2-3 metriä
25-35 vuotta
Vaarantunut
Tietoa

Nurse Shark

The nurse shark is one of the most docile shark species, often found resting on sandy bottoms or in caves during the day. Their name may come from the sucking sound they make when feeding, which resembles a nursing baby. These bottom-dwellers are a favourite among divers for their calm demeanour.

Koko

2.2-3 metriä (jopa 4.3m)

Paino

90-120 kg

Elinikä

25-35 vuotta

Suojelutila

Vaarantunut

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Parhaat sukelluskohteet

Exuma Cays, BahamaCompass Cay, BahamaBelize Barrier ReefFlorida Keys, UsaMalediivitThaimaa (koh Tao)GalápagosKaribia

Sukellusvinkit

Nurse sharks are generally harmless but should never be touched or harassed. They can deliver a powerful bite if provoked. Snorkelling at Compass Cay offers guaranteed encounters.

Paras kausi

Year-round, most active at night

Elinympäristö

Shallow tropical and subtropical waters, coral reefs, mangroves, and sandy flats

Ravinto

Fish, shrimp, squid, octopus, sea urchins, and coral
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Hauskoja faktoja

1

They can pump water over their gills while stationary

2

Nurse sharks can rest in groups of up to 40 individuals

3

They use barbels near their mouth to detect prey in sand

4

Unlike most sharks, they can survive for hours out of water

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