false smalltail shark (carcharhinus obsoletus) in Carcharhinus obsoletus inhabits coastal waters, coral reefs, and estuaries, preferring warm tropical and subtropical environments.
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carcharhinus obsoletusESA Categories -sharks & rays

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    false smalltail shark, lost shark

  • Regions

    MalaysiaThailandViet Nam

  • Population

    The population of Carcharhinus obsoletus is estimated to be in the range of thousands to tens of thousands globally.

  • Habitat

    Carcharhinus obsoletus inhabits coastal waters, coral reefs, and estuaries, preferring warm tropical and subtropical environments.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    40, and 20

Regions

Malaysia, Thailand, Viet Nam, Australia, Brazil, United States of America, United States

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