Spinner Shark [Carcharhinus brevipinna]
Description
The Spinner Shark is known for its energetic, fast movements, and divers sometimes encounter it while it circles above reefs or along sandy channels. With its streamlined shape and relatively short pectoral fins, it can appear suddenly and then quickly change direction, giving a “spinning” feel to its hunting behavior.
Where To See Spinner Shark
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
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| Order |
Requiem Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
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| Family |
Requiem Sharks
Carcharhinidae
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| Genus |
Carcharhinus
Carcharhinus
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