Lemon Sharks [Negaprion]

Description

Negaprion is a genus that includes the lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) and is recognized for its yellow-brown coloration, which provides camouflage against sandy bottoms. Lemon sharks are typically found in shallow coastal waters such as bays and mangroves. They have a robust body, a broad, blunt snout, and are known for their social behavior, often forming groups.

Species
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark [Negaprion brevirostris]
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Sicklefin Lemon Shark
Sicklefin Lemon Shark [Negaprion acutidens]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
Order Ground Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
Family Narrowtooth Sharks
Carcharhinidae
Statistics
  • Species 2