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Blacknose Shark
Carcharhiniformes

Blacknose Shark

Carcharhinus acronotus

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Max Length

1.5m

Litter Size

3-6 pups

Overview

A small, slender requiem shark of the western Atlantic and Caribbean, common in shallow nearshore waters over sand and coral. Not considered dangerous to humans.

Habitat

Coastal continental and insular shelves, mainly over sand, shell and coral, between 60 to 210 ft [18 to 64 m] deep.

Distribution

Western Atlantic & Caribbean

West Atlantic: southern USA to the south of Brazil.

Behavior

This shark may perform a ‘hunch’ display (back arched, caudal lowered, head raised), when they feel threatened. They migrate short distances seasonally.

Biology

Reproduction
Viviparous, yolk-sac placenta
Gestation
10-11

Appearance

Blacknose Shark illustration
Dorsal
The shark has a dark (black) tip on its snout. Its second dorsal and upper caudal fin tips are also dark.
Sources:sharksorg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the blacknose shark dangerous to humans?
The blacknose shark is not considered dangerous to humans under normal conditions. There are few or no recorded incidents involving this species.
Where does this species data come from?
Species profiles are compiled from peer-reviewed taxonomy and published references. Incident data is sourced from the Global Shark Attack File and joined to species records by name match.
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