Endangered
Zebra Shark
Stegostoma tigrinum
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About
The zebra shark is a species of carpet shark known for its distinctive pattern of stripes as a juvenile, which changes to spots as it matures. They are gentle, slow-moving sharks that spend most of their time on the ocean floor.
Habitat
Coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region
Diet
Carnivorous - crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish
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Fun Facts
- Juvenile zebra sharks have zebra-like stripes, while adults have a spotted pattern.
- They can grow up to 8 feet (2.5 meters) in length.
- Zebra sharks are oviparous, laying eggs enclosed in distinctive horned cases.
Conservation
StatusEndangered
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