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Galapagos Shark

Carcharhinus galapagensis

Seabook: Galapagos Shark

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Max Depth

286 m

Description

Carcharhinus galapagensis is a species of requiem shark, in the family Carcharhinidae, found worldwide. This species favors clear reef environments around oceanic islands, where it is often the most abundant shark species. A large species that often reaches 3.0 m (9.8 ft), the Galapagos reef shark has a typical ... Read more in Seabook

Locations

Colors

white
grey

Social Behaviour

Group

Solitary

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Habitat and Environment

Open water

Danger to human

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