Zebra shark
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The zebra shark, also known as the Indo-Pacific leopard shark, is a species of carpet shark and the only extant member of the family Stegostomatidae. It is found throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific,
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.
Leopard shark
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The leopard shark is a species of houndshark, in the family Triakidae. It is found along the Pacific coast of North America, from the U.S. state of Oregon to Mazatlán in Mexico. Typically measuring 1.
Zebra shark
…of the common name "zebra shark". The name "leopard shark" is sometimes applied to the spotted adult, but that name usually refers to the houndshark Triakis semifasciata, and is also sometimes used for the tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier). Due to their different color patterns and body proportions, both juveniles and…
Leopard shark in kelp
The leopard shark is often found over sandy flats.
The dorsal color pattern of the leopard shark gives it its common name.
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