Quick Facts
common name :
Silky shark�
Scientific Name :
Carcharhinus falciformis
local name :
Bala maora/Honda mora
Group :
Sharks
Average Size :
Maximum about 330 cm.
Diagnostic Features
Morphological characteristics Pectoral fins: Large, narrowly falcate and length of anterior margin is about 14-22% of body length First dorsal fin: Moderately falcate, origin behind pectoral free rear tips Second dorsal fin: Very small and low (around 1.5% total length), origin slightly behind the anal origin Color characteristics Above side: Gray or gray brown color/blackish Below side: White color Fin tips: dusky color (except from first dorsal)
consumer Advice
Threat to Human
Stock Status
Stock Overfished
Lank Fish rating
IUCN Red List Status
