Blackspot Shark [Carcharhinus sealei]
Description
The Blackspot Shark can be spotted by divers as it patrols along reefs and rocky slopes, typically with a distinctive look that stands out once you’re close. Divers may notice it hovering or slowly moving through the water column, then slipping away as the dive progresses.
Where To See Blackspot Shark
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| 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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