Choose your destination.   '99 '00 '01 '02 '03 January   x x x x February x x x x x March x x x x x April x x x x x May x x x x x June x x x x   July x x x x   August x x x x   September x x x x   October x x x x   November x x x X   December x x x x   Grey Bamboo Shark Scientifically: Chiloscyllium griseum. What To Look For: This bamboo shark has 2 spineless dorsal fins, and an anal fin close to the tail. The young have dark brown bands on the body and head, whereas the adults are uniform grey or pale brown. This species is common in inshore waters and typically lives deep in crevices. Size: Up to 75 cm. Distribution: Northern Indian Ocean, between the Gulf of Iran and Japan. Food: Mainly bottom-living invertebrates. Breeding: Lays eggs in small oval egg cases on reefs. Danger To Humans: May bite if harassed. Back To Top

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