Sandbar Shark [Carcharhinus plumbeus]
Description
In clearer coastal areas, divers may encounter sandbar sharks patrolling sandy bottoms and near channels. They tend to move with purpose, often appearing as a sleek silhouette that gradually comes into view as it circles or passes overhead.
Where To See Sandbar Shark
No sighting locations recorded yet.
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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