The Northern river shark is a rare species found in tidal rivers and coastal waters of northern Australia and Papua New Guinea. It has a robust body, broad snout, and small eyes. This shark primarily feeds on fish and crustaceans. Typically reaching 8 feet (96 inches) and weighing up to 200 pounds, it is elusive and primarily nocturnal. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Northern river shark
36 in · 12 lb


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