description Borneo shark Overview
The Borneo shark, Carcharhinus borneensis, is a small requiem shark in the family Carcharhinidae. Pieter Bleeker described it in 1858, and available records place it in shallow coastal waters around northwestern Borneo, including the area near Mukah. It can reach about 65 centimeters in length and has a slender body, a pointed snout, and enlarged pores above the corners of the mouth. The species is considered extremely rare, and its natural history remains poorly documented.
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What is the scientific name of the Borneo shark?
The Borneo shark is Carcharhinus borneensis. It is a small requiem shark in the family Carcharhinidae.
Who described the Borneo shark?
Pieter Bleeker described the Borneo shark in 1858. The species was named from its association with Borneo.
Where does the Borneo shark live?
Available records place it in shallow coastal waters around northwestern Borneo, including the area near Mukah. Its known range is therefore linked to coastal habitats rather than the open ocean.
How large can the Borneo shark become?
The Borneo shark can reach about 65 centimetres. That makes it a relatively small member of the requiem shark family.
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