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Nurse Shark

2.2-3 meter
25-35 år
Sårbar
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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.

Storlek

2.2-3 meter (upp till 4.3m)

Vikt

90-120 kg

Livslängd

25-35 år

Status

Sårbar

Var du hittar dem

Bästa dykplatser

Exuma Cays, BahamasCompass Cay, BahamasBelize Barrier ReefFlorida Keys, UsaMaldivernaThailand (koh Tao)GalápagosKaribien

Dyktips

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.

Bästa säsong

Year-round, most active at night

Livsmiljö

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

Föda

Fish, shrimp, squid, octopus, sea urchins, and coral
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Roliga fakta

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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