Vulnerable #27 Sand Tiger Shark (Endangered species) 2021

The Sand Tiger Shark or also known as the Grey Nurse Shark Spotted Ragged-tooth Shark or Blue-nurse Sand Tiger is a species of shark that can be found in subtropical and temperate waters worldwide and is listed as vulnerable.

Reasons for vulnerable status - fishing, low reproduction rates.

Conservation efforts - It is illegal to fish in some countries and does live in captivity as well.

Sand Tiger Shark Facts - 

Science Name: Carcharias taurus

Size:  2 - 3.2 m 

Weight: 91 - 159 kg

Native Locations:  subtropical and temperate waters worldwide

Lifespan: 15 - 40 years

Conservation status: Vulnerable (VU)

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