Thresher sharks

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Elasmobranchii
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:body_style streamlined
gptkbp:color countershading
blue to gray
gptkbp:conservation_efforts illegal fishing practices
protected in some regions
gptkbp:conservation_status vulnerable
supported by various NG Os
gptkbp:cultivation limited due to size and habitat needs
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in marine conservation efforts
gptkbp:diet gptkb:fish
gptkbp:distribution worldwide
gptkbp:ecological_role top predator in marine ecosystems
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by ocean temperature changes
gptkbp:family gptkb:Alopiidae
gptkbp:fins two dorsal fins
pectoral fins are long and slender
gptkbp:fishing_regulations bycatch in commercial fisheries
significant decline in populations
regulated in some countries
caught by longlines and gillnets
gptkbp:fossil_record ancient relatives exist
gptkbp:genetic_diversity three recognized species
ongoing to understand population structure
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Alopias
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:beach
up to 500 meters
around 5 years
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Thresher sharks
gptkbp:hunting_technique tail slapping to stun prey
gptkbp:is_found_in tropical and temperate waters
gptkbp:known_for long tail
gptkbp:length 3 to 6 meters
gptkbp:lifespan up to 20 years
gptkbp:mating_system little known about specifics
gptkbp:migration seasonal
gptkbp:order gptkb:Lamniformes
gptkbp:predators larger sharks
gptkbp:public_perception often misunderstood as dangerous
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:mako_sharks
gptkbp:reproduction ovoviviparous
gptkbp:research tagging and tracking studies
gptkbp:research_interest studied for behavior and ecology
gptkbp:senses keen eyesight and electroreception
gptkbp:social_structure not social
gptkbp:speed up to 30 km/h
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships none known
gptkbp:tail_type up to half of body length
used for hunting and swimming
gptkbp:threats overfishing
gptkbp:tourist_attraction attraction for divers in some regions
gptkbp:traded_on rarely kept in aquariums
gptkbp:vocalization silent
gptkbp:young called pups