There is one species in this family of sharks. Crocodile sharks are small grayish-brown sharks, usually no more that 2-3 feet in length. The have very big, round eyes; a pointed snout; two small dorsal fins; five pairs of long gill slits, and small pectoral fins. They are found in tropical waters around the world. They eat bony fish and crustaceans.
Endangered in NH |
Threatened in NH |
Introduced |
Endangered in US |
Threatened in US |
Breeds in NH |
New Hampshire Species |
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North/Central American Species |
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Crocodile Shark
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