A Tawny nurse shark discovers a fish bait (00017560)

Tawny nurse shark at Shark Reef

Description: The Tawny nurse shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) is a fascinating marine creature commonly found at Shark Reef in Fiji. With their brown coloration, they blend seamlessly into the ocean floor. These sharks typically grow to be 200 to 250 cm in length and feed on a variety of marine life such as crabs, squids, corals, sea urchins, and fish.

Location: Viti Levu, Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef, Fiji

Date of Capture: 25.09.2005