FINS Marine fish database

Triakis semifasciatus

Leopard Shark

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Difficulty to keep in captivity:

easy

What kind of tank should it be kept in:

aggressive

Diet:

carnivore

Light requirements:

don't care

How big do they get:

72.00 in (182.88 cm)

Comments

They are found most often off the California coast and grow to about 5-6 feet. They are very active sharks. Recent legislation apparently limits the California aquarium trade to only sell leopard shark 3 feet or larger. Leopard sharks must also be kept in cool water between 68-70 degrees.

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