Bamboo Cat Shark

Latin Name

Chiloscyllium punctatum

Common Name

Bamboo Cat Shark

Also known as

Banded Cat Shark, Brownbanded Cat Shark, Blackbanded Cat Shark, Bamboo Shark

Fast Facts

As sharks go, this is among the most ideally suited to captivity. Most specimens are in the 7"-11" range and it grows to only 40.9" in the wild, making it one of the smallest sharks available. A bottom dwelling species, this shark can do well under the care of the experienced shark keeper. Like all sharks, they should be kept by experts only. They should never be exposed to copper and it requires outstanding water quality and proper tankmates. they should never be exposed to copper and it requires outstanding water quality and proper tankmates. While it's common for hobbyists to what to keep sharks with bold fishes such as fish such as triggers, puffers and large angels, this is a bad ides as these curious type fishes will usually pick on sharks. Feeds on bottom dwelling invertebrates. Offer meaty foods including pieces of fresh shrimp, scallop, mysis shrimp, or marine fish flesh. Like most sharks, it may fast for weeks before it begins feeding.

Sizes

Most specimens are around 7"-11"

Range in Nature

Western Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size

180

Diet and Feeding

Feeds on bottom dwelling invertebrates. Offer meaty foods including pieces of fresh shrimp, scallop, mysis shrimp, or marine fish flesh. Like most sharks, it may fast for weeks before it begins feeding.

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult)

Reef Aquarium Compatibility

Requires a large open sandy bottom. Will eat ornamental crustaceans and small fishes at it grows. Harmless to corals, but may topple them if not attached.

Availability

Frequently Available

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Bamboo Cat Shark

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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.