Blue Shark by Ghirin 1.0.0

Author: Ghirin

Description : The blue shark (Prionace glauca) is perhaps the most widely distributed pelagic species of shark. This shark is found in all of the world's oceans and has a preference for cooler waters (7-16 degrees C). It is often seen swimming near the surface but will dive to depths over 100 meters. Blue sharks have wide migratory patterns. Individual blue sharks have been tracked between different sides of oceans. Their diet is composed mainly of small schooling fishes such as anchovies and herring. Other foods such as squid and wounded marine mammals will be consumed if available.
As its name suggests, the blue shark has a deep blue upper body and a white ventral surface. The body is slender and the pectoral fins are long.

Male and female blue sharks live separately, coming together only for mating. Females are viviparous and very prolific. Litters can range in size from 15 to 130 pups.

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