the Ocean / zebra-shark-habitat
Facts about Zebra Shark Habitat
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Rocky substrates and reef ledges provide zebra sharks with resting sites where they spend much of their inactive daytime hours.
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Shallow lagoons and seagrass beds also serve as zebra shark habitat, where juveniles in particular seek shelter among structured vegetation.
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Coral reef ecosystems of the Indian and Pacific Oceans serve as the primary habitat for zebra sharks, which favor warm, clear coastal waters.
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Zebra sharks are commonly found at depths ranging from intertidal zones down to around 62 meters, resting on the seafloor during the day.
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The zebra shark habitat is primarily found in shallow tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific, including coral reefs, sandy flats, and rubble areas.