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Red List Status:
Least Concern
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Diet
They hunt the shallow waters when the tide goes out, feeding mainly on crabs and worms.
Fun fact
This is the only shark that can walk! They're able to use their paddle shaped fins to 'walk' around and hunt for food.
Habitat
Found in the Western Pacific in the shallow water of coral reefs, often in tide pools.
The Epaulette shark is a relatively small species, growing to up to 107cm long. It's common across northern Australia and northern New Guinea in generally shallow, inshore waters and coral reefs. It's thought they mate between July and November with two egg capsules produced and left among the coral at night. Eggs hatch after about 120 days with the size at birth about 14 to16cms.
Animal zone
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The Deep is open daily from 10am – 6pm Monday - Friday and 9am - 6pm weekends & school holidays (last entry 5pm)
Car parking is available at a cost of £3 for six hours. It can become full during school holidays – alternative car parks can be found here.
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SAT NAV (HU9 1TU) this will take you to Tower Street, Hull, the nearest main road to The Deep.
| Type of ticket | Online |
|---|---|
| Adult | £16.50 |
| Child (3 - 15) | £13.00 |
| Under 3s/Essential carers | FREE |
| Student*/Senior | £15.50 |
* Students must provide a valid NUS card or proof of age is required for school/sixth form students
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