Thresher Shark
Alopias vulpinus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Alopias vulpinus
Other names
Atlantic Thresher, Common Thresher Shark, Fox Shark, Thin-Tail Thresher, Thrasher Shark, Whip-Tailed Shark
Size
Up to 5.7 m (18.7 ft)
Weight
Up to 348 kg (767 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal and oceanic waters, found near large lagoons, seamounts & coral reef drop offs
Depth Range
0 - 650 m (2,132 ft)
