Meet the Leopard Zebra Shark, a mesmerizing creature of the ocean known for its unique appearance and gentle nature. This stunning shark is easily recognizable by its leopard-like spots and long tail, which can be as long as its body! Fun Facts: •Name Evolution: As juveniles, they display zebra-like stripes that transform into leopard-like spots as they mature. •Habitat: They thrive in warm, shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific region. •Diet: Leopard Zebra Sharks enjoy a diet of small fish, crusta

606K views · 4.7K reactions | The zebra shark (Stegostoma fasciatum) is a nocturnal species of carpet shark. These sharks spend most of the day resting motionless on the sea floor and actively hunt at night. #SharkWeek 2020 starts August 9 on @Discovery. 麗  by @jacintashackleton | Science Channel | Facebook

It’s feeding time for our zebra sharks! Our tarpon (who fun fact, is original to the Scott Aquarium) and Queensland grouper even swung on by for a bite to eat, too. Our five zebra sharks (two males and three females) are fed three days a week. Our aquarists make sure they have variety in their diet. On the menu here is bonito, a fish similar to tuna. Fun fact: You can explore more behind the scenes in the Scott Aquarium virtually through our Backstage Experiences program. Book a 45 – 60 minute e