Where Does Silky Shark Live?

Silky Shark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Silky Shark

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Primarily epipelagic, from the surface down to at least 500 meters (1,640 feet), occasionally deeper. Often found near continental and insular shelves, but also in open ocean.

Environment

Open ocean, pelagic zones, often associated with oceanic islands, coral reefs, and continental shelves. Prefers warm waters.

Geographic range

Circumglobal in tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Found between approximately 40°N and 40°S latitude.

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