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Blacknose shark

blacknose shark
Photo: SEFSC Pascagoula Laboratory; Collection of Brandi Noble, NOAA/NMFS/SEFSC · Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)

The blacknose shark (Carcharhinus acronotus) is a carnivorous fish native to North America.

Scientific name
Carcharhinus acronotus
Class
Fish
Family / order
Carcharhinidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Marine
Found in
North America
Weight
10 kg
Lifespan
19 years
Conservation status
Endangered

What does a blacknose shark eat?

The blacknose shark is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a blacknose shark?

The blacknose shark weighs around 10 kg.

How long do blacknose sharks live?

In the wild, the blacknose shark can live up to about 19 years.

Where do blacknose sharks live?

Blacknose sharks are found in North America, in marine habitats.

Is the blacknose shark endangered?

The blacknose shark is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

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