Silky Shark
Carcharhinus falciformis
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Carcharhinus falciformis
Other names
Silky Whaler
Size
Up to 3.3 m (10.8 ft)
Weight
Up to 346 kg (762 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal & oceanic waters near deep reefs & insular slopes throughout the water column
Depth Range
0 - 500 m (1,640 ft)
