Quick Facts

Scientific name
CARCHARHINUS LEUCAS

Other names
Estuary Shark, Estuary Whaler Shark, Freshwater Whaler, Hervey Bay Whaler Shark, River Whaler Shark, Swan River Whaler Shark

Size
Up to 3.5 m (11.4 ft)

Weight
Up to 316 kg (696.6 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal, brackish & fresh waters in estuaries, bays, rivers & lakes throughout the water column

Depth Range
0 - 150 m (492 ft)