Diet & Adaptations
How does a leopard shark camouflage into their environment?
They have dark spots on their back that allows them to blend in to the seafloor
Is the leopard sharkâs caudal fin even or uneven?
It is uneven, the top portion of the fin is bigger
What is the main habitat of a leopard shark?
Kelp Forest
Do mother leopard sharks lay eggs?
No, they keep their eggs inside their body until the eggs hatch
How many known reports are there about a leopard shark(s) attacking a human?
Name at least 3 animals that leopard sharks eat.
Crabs, bony fish, clams, and worms
How many dorsal fins does a leopard shark have?
They have two dorsal fins
In what specific part of their habitat does a leopard shark like to live in?
On the seafloor near the kelp beds
In which months do leopard shark breed?
In April and July
What is the average size that a leopard shark can grow to?
They can grow from 5 to 7 feet long
How does a leopard shark absorb more oxygen?
They have red blood cells that helps them absorb more oxygen
What is the shape of the pectoral fins?
Triangular shaped
Near what two costal states do leopard sharks live close to?
California and Oregon
How many pups can a mother leopard shark give birth to?
They can usually have 4 to 33 pups
What is the species name of a leopard shark?
Semifasciata