Dusky Shark by Ghirin

Dusky Shark Author: Ghirin

The dusky shark (Carcharhinus obscurus) has a wide distribution among the coastlines of temperate and tropical regions, with major populations found in the western Atlantic Ocean, western Indian Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Pacific coast, and Australian waters. This shark prefers the relatively shallow waters of continental shelves. Young dusky sharks may congregate in bays and estuaries; however, adult dusky sharks avoid areas of low salinity. Dusky sharks are highly migratory. The exact path of migration varies with specific shark populations and is seasonal in nature.

Dusky sharks prey on bottom-dwelling fish and invertebrates (i.e., skates, crabs, flatfish). They will also feed on pelagic fishes. Dusky sharks are viviparous with litter sizes ranging from 3 to 14 pups.

*Inspired by the Zoo Tycoon Brains Trust at the Zoo Tek Forums.

Created by Ghirin 2004