The Leopard Shark (Triakis Semifasciata) is a shark species recognizable by its black pattern markings and large spots along its back after which it was named after. They generally live along the Pacific coast of North America. Leopard Sharks are bottom feeders and typically eat clams, spoon worms, crabs, shrimp, bony fish, and fish eggs.
Leopard Sharks tend to sink when they are not swimming and generally stay by the seafloor. They are very docile to humans and do not pose a threat to attack. Leopard Sharks are currently not in danger of extinction.
Leopard Sharks have a total length between 4’-7’ (1.2-2.1 m) and an overall weight in the range of 35-45 lb (16-20 kg). The typical lifespan of the Leopard Shark is 20-30 years.
The Leopard Shark (Triakis Semifasciata) is a shark species recognizable by its black pattern markings and large spots along its back after which it was named after. They generally live along the Pacific coast of North America. Leopard Sharks are bottom feeders and typically eat clams, spoon worms, crabs, shrimp, bony fish, and fish eggs.
Leopard Sharks tend to sink when they are not swimming and generally stay by the seafloor. They are very docile to humans and do not pose a threat to attack. Leopard Sharks are currently not in danger of extinction.
Leopard Sharks have a total length between 4’-7’ (1.2-2.1 m) and an overall weight in the range of 35-45 lb (16-20 kg). The typical lifespan of the Leopard Shark is 20-30 years.
