Leopard shark
Triakis semifasciata
Where at Shedd?
Oceans
| Diet | Fishes, fish eggs, crustaceans and worms |
|---|---|
| Size | Common length: Up to 63 inches (160 cm) male; 71 inches (180 cm) female |
| Type | Sharks & Rays |
| Range | Eastern Pacific Ocean |
| Habitat | Coastal areas, bays and estuaries |
About the Leopard shark
Leopard sharks weave through the waters of the Kelp Forest habitat.
Did you know?
- Look for leopard-like spots to tell this shark apart from others. Larger spots on its back are saddle-shaped. This shark is an active swimmer, often traveling in schools.
- The leopard shark’s diet includes the eggs and young of other sharks. In turn, it’s preyed upon by great white and sevengill sharks.