Copper Shark Jaw

Copper shark jaw.

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The copper shark, scientifically known as Carcharhinus brachyurus, is commonly referred to as the bronze whaler shark or narrowtooth shark. Here are some key characteristics:

1. Appearance: The copper shark has a streamlined body with a bronze or copper-colored upper surface, giving it its common name. It typically has a lighter color on the underside.

2. Size: These sharks are moderately large, with adult sizes ranging from 7 to 10 feet (2 to 3 meters) in length.

3. Habitat: Copper sharks are found in coastal waters, often close to shore, in both tropical and temperate regions. They prefer a variety of environments, including bays, estuaries, and offshore areas.

4. Behavior: These sharks are known for their strong swimming abilities and are often encountered in areas where they can feed on fish and other prey.

5. Diet: The copper shark is a carnivorous species, feeding on a variety of prey including fish, rays, and other smaller sharks.

6. Reproduction: Like many sharks, copper sharks are viviparous, meaning they give birth to live young. The gestation period is around 12 months.

7. Conservation Status: The conservation status of the copper shark is of concern due to overfishing. They are often caught as bycatch in commercial fisheries.

8. Interaction with Humans: While copper sharks are generally not considered highly dangerous to humans, they can be involved in shark incidents. However, they are not known to be aggressive towards humans without provocation.

Carcharhinus brachyurus

13"x 9.5"

Collected in Bunbury, Western Australia