Coral Cat Shark

The Coral Cat Shark is one of the smaller shark species available in the marine aquarium trade, making it one of the more practical choices for advanced hobbyists who dream of keeping a shark at home. Adults typically reach about 28 inches in length, which while still substantial, is far more manageable than most other shark species.

These beautiful sharks feature a striking pattern of dark spots and saddle markings on a light brown to cream background. They are nocturnal bottom-dwellers, spending most of the day resting in caves or under ledges and becoming active at night to hunt for small fish, shrimp, and crustaceans.

Despite being one of the smaller aquarium sharks, they still require a very large tank of at least 180 gallons with a wide footprint (not tall tanks). The tank should have a fine sand substrate, numerous caves for hiding during the day, and absolutely no sharp decorations that could damage their sensitive skin. They are not reef-safe and will eat any small fish or crustacean they encounter at night.