What is a bronze whaler?
It is also known as the narrowtooth, bronze whaler or the copper shark. This breed also belongs to the requiem species of shark. They can grow up to a length of 11 feet (about 3.3 meters). While they do not have any special distinguishing marks, they do have a highly recognizable ridge right between the dorsal fins which is bronze in color.
Was a bronze whaler shark spotted in South Africa in February 2022?
Shark Spotters caught a glimpse of a bronze whaler shark at around 14:00 on Tuesday 8 February 2022. Another warning was issued after a bronze whaler was spotted at Muizenberg beach and in Kogel Bay on the same day. Everyone always says it’s better to be safe and sorry and that is for good reason.
Are bronze whaler sharks friendly to humans?
These sharks are not friendly to humans, but they usually don’t harm anyone unless there is a presence of food or prey. Like other sharks, they get quite aggressive and agitated in presence of a food source. The Bronze Whaler Shark feeds mostly on cartilaginous fish, bony small fish and other cephalopods and in nature a not-so-aggressive predator.
Is there a bronze whaler shark in St James?
St James beachgoers have been asked to be extra vigilant after a shark was spotted in the area. Shark Spotters caught a glimpse of a bronze whaler shark at around 14:00 on Tuesday 8 February 2022. Another warning was issued after a bronze whaler was spotted at Muizenberg beach and in Kogel Bay on the same day.
What is the lifespan of a bronze whaler shark?
The lifespan of the female Bronze Whaler Shark is about 25 years and 30 years for males. Remarkably, although these sharks roam the waters in large numbers, the behavior of these sharks is not entirely known to humans. For example, the migratory habits are still a puzzle.
What is the scientific name for a bronze shark?
Bronze Whaler Shark. The Bronze Whaler Shark is known as Carcharhinus brachyurus in the scientific community. It is also known as the narrowtooth, bronze whaler or the copper shark.