School Shark
Galeorhinus galeus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameGaleorhinus galeus
Other namesSnapper Shark, Soupfin Shark, Tope Shark
SizeUp to 2.2 m (7.2 ft)
WeightUp to 44.7 kg (98.5 lb)
FamilyHoundshark / Triakidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal & offshore waters throughout the water column, typically near the bottom
Depth Range2 - 600 m (6 - 1,968 ft)
