Carcharhinus porosus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
The smalltail shark faces severe population declines primarily due to intensive fishing pressure throughout its limited range in the Indo-West Pacific. Commercial and artisanal fisheries target this species both directly and as bycatch, with its shallow coastal habitat making it particularly vulnerable to fishing activities. The species' slow reproductive rate and late maturity compound the impact of fishing mortality, preventing population recovery.
Habitat
Carcharhinus porosus inhabits shallow coastal waters, continental shelves, and nearshore marine environments in the Indo-West Pacific region. The species is typically found in waters less than 100 meters deep, often in areas with sandy or muddy bottoms.
