Grey Nurse Shark
Carcharias taurus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameCarcharias taurus
Other namesBlue Nurse Shark, Nuss Shark, Sand Shark, Sand Tiger Shark, Shovel-nosed Shark, Spotted Ragged Tooth
SizeUp to 3.2 m (10 ft)
WeightUp to 158.8 kg (350 lb)
FamilyGrey Nurse Shark / Odontaspidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters from surf zones, bays, harbours to rocky areas & reefs preferring sandy bottom gutters.
Depth Range0 - 190 m (623 ft)
