Whalers

Family Name

Carcharhinidae

Size

70 - 600cm

Characteristics

• 2 dorsal fins, the first usually larger than the second

• First dorsal fin forward of pelvic

• 5 gill slits

• Mouth ventral

Threats

Many whaler species are potentially threatened by increased fishing pressure, both as target species and by incidental capture

Did you know?

All whalers give birth to live young