Silky Shark [Carcharhinus falciformis]
Description
Silky sharks are famous for their smooth, almost velvety look and their tendency to move in open water. Underwater, divers often see them as graceful, fast-moving silhouettes that can circle or pass close by, especially around drop-offs and current-rich dive sites.
Where To See Silky 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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