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Hunchback shark

Why is this sand tiger-shark so hunched-up? Is there a reason for it?

Hunchback shark
JigerofLemuria, 17 Apr 2016
    • JigerofLemuria
      Why is this sand tiger-shark so hunched-up? Is there a reason for it?
    • temp
      It happens fairly often with this species in captivity. The exact reason is apparently not known for certain, but several theories have been put forward including diet, reduced activity in captivity, tank shape/size, or a combination: The Campus : A Mystery in Captivity
    • Hix
      Maybe he keeps swimming into the glass.......
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