SHARKS

SHARKS

Fast facts

Information on the sharks you’ll see at the E-Quarium in the Eastwood Mall, Niles.

Black tip reef shark: Black tips are a common reef shark with distinctive black markings. They average almost 7 feet and are very quick. They mostly feed on reef fish.v

Leopard shark: Named for the patterns on this type of shark, but not its behavior. Leopard sharks are docile and average almost 7 feet in length.

Marbled Cat shark: It has a long and slender body and a narrow head. It is hardy and easy to care for.

White tip reef shark: Generally around 5 feet and has a disgusted expression and white-tipped fins. It has an undulating swimming pattern and can rest at the bottom for long periods of time.

Source: Angelfire.com, Dr. Jungles Animal World, lifeglobe.com