Sharks

Sharks are a fascinating group for advanced marine aquarists. They require large tanks with ample swimming space and a carefully maintained environment. Popular species like the Epaulette Shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) are known for their adaptability to aquarium life, but they still need specialized care. Sharks are sensitive to water quality and require a diet rich in fresh seafood. They are not reef-safe as they can disrupt the tank ecosystem. Due to their size and needs, sharks are recommended for public aquariums or experienced hobbyists with the resources to provide for their well-being.

1. Common name: Australian marbled catshark

   Scientific name: Atelomycterus macleayi
2. 
   Common name: Marbled cat shark

   Scientific name: Atelomycterus marmoratus
3. 
   Common name: Oceanic white-tip shark

   Scientific name: Carcharhinus longimanus
4. 
   Common name: sand tiger shark

   Scientific name: Carcharias taurus
5. Common name: Blackband catshark

   Scientific name: Chiloscyllium griseum
6. 
   Common name: whitespotted bamboo shark

   Scientific name: Chiloscyllium plagiosum
7. 
   Common name: Brownbanded bamboo shark

   Scientific name: Chiloscyllium punctatum
8. 
   Common name: Ogilby’s wobbegong

   Scientific name: Eucrossorhinus dasypogon
9. 
   Common name: Nurse shark

   Scientific name: Ginglymostoma cirratum
10. 
    Common name: epaulette shark

    Scientific name: Hemiscyllium ocellatum
11. Common name: Hooded carpet shark

    Scientific name: Hemiscyllium strahani
12. 
    Common name: Marbled catshark

    Scientific name: Hemiscyllium trispeculare
13. 
    Common name: Horn Shark

    Scientific name: Heterodontus francisci
14. 
    Common name: Japanease bullhead shark

    Scientific name: Heterodontus japonicus
15. 
    Common name: Bullhead shark

    Scientific name: Heterodontus portusjacksoni
16. 
    Common name: Madame X

    Scientific name: Nebrius ferrugineus
17. 
    Common name: Lemon shark

    Scientific name: Negaprion brevirostris
18. 
    Common name: Wobbegong

    Scientific name: Orectolobus maculatus
19. 
    Common name: ornate wobbegong

    Scientific name: Orectolobus ornatus
20. 
    Common name: Whale shark

    Scientific name: Rhincodon typus
21. 
    Common name: scalloped hammerhead

    Scientific name: Sphyrna lewini
22. 
    Common name: zebra shark

    Scientific name: Stegostoma fasciatum
23. 
    Common name: Whitetip reef shark

    Scientific name: Triaenodon obesus
24. 
    Common name: Leopard shark

    Scientific name: Triakis semifasciata