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The Slender bambooshark (Chiloscyllium indicum) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Hemiscylliidae that grows up to 65 cm.
Description
The slender bambooshark is a small bambooshark from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 65 cm and has a very slender, elongate, brown body with fine dark spots and bands and a long tail. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it shelters by day among coral and stones in shallow coastal and reef water and searches at night for small crustaceans, molluscs and fish. It lays horny egg capsules. The shark is considered harmless to humans. The IUCN assesses the species as Near Threatened (NT).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Slender bambooshark?
The Slender bambooshark has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Very slender body with dark spots; nocturnal oviparous bamboo shark
Where does the Slender bambooshark live?
The Slender bambooshark lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Slender bambooshark get?
The Slender bambooshark grows to a maximum of about 65 cm.
Is the Slender bambooshark dangerous to humans?
No, the Slender bambooshark is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Slender bambooshark edible?
The Slender bambooshark is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Chiloscyllium
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