Nomen oblitum
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In zoological nomenclature, a nomen oblitum is a scientific name that has been declared to be obsolete in favor of a "protected" name.
Triakis semifasciata (formerly known as Mustelus felis) at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Zebra shark
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The zebra shark is a species of carpet shark and the only extant member of the family Stegostomatidae. It is found throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific, frequenting coral reefs and sandy flats to a de
Early taxonomists thought that juvenile zebra sharks were a different species because of their different appearance from adults.
Adult zebra sharks have longitudinal ridges on the body, a spotted pattern, and small eyes with larger spiracles.
Close-up of zebra shark
Zebra sharks are often seen resting on sand near coral.