![]() ![]() This practice of shark culling led to the death of hundreds of Great White Sharks. After a string of shark attacks, the Australian government began a practice called “shark culling” designed to prevent sharks from swimming near the ocean. However, in recent years, Australian waters have not been safe for Great White Sharks. Great White Sharks are impressive hunters that swim incredibly fast and can breach the water. Great White Sharks are the largest predatory shark in the ocean averaging 15-16 ft (4.57-4.88 m) in length and weighing around 1,151-1,700 lb (522-771 kg). Great White SharkĪustralia is perhaps best known for its population of Great White Sharks which pass along the coastlines while migrating for food and mating. There has also been a documented case of a female Zebra Shark reproducing asexually. During the warm months they will gather for mating and the females lay unusual looking eggs that use fibers to attach to coral reefs. Zebra Sharks grow to an average of 8.2 ft (2.5 m). ![]() As they got older though, these stripes start to fade and there bodies are covered with yellow and light brown spots. They are named for their unusual patterning of dark brown stripes that look like the stripes of a Zebra when they are first born. Zebra Sharks live along the northern and eastern coastlines of Australia. When prey approaches, they are powerful ambush predators that strike with a quick, strong suction force and grab the prey with their sharp teach. ![]() They spend most of their days lying on the seafloor waiting for prey to swim by. They also have chin beards with branch whiskers that resemble sea plants or coral. They have long flat bodies with mottled skin in yellow and brown spots and stripes to camouflage themselves along the seafloor. Wobbegong Sharks live off the Western Coast of Australia and are a truly unusual looking bottom-dwelling shark. During the day they hunt in packs of nearly 20 sharks, and have also been spotted hunting with Bottlenose Dolphins, Silky Sharks, and Sailfish. Though aggressive, they are surprisingly social. Though a mid-sized shark, the Grey Reef Shark is an incredibly aggressive hunter and tends to chase away other sharks from its hunting grounds with threat displays. The Grey Reef Shark is a type of Requiem Shark that can grow up to 8.5 ft (2.6 m) in length and weigh up to 74 lb (33.7 kg). Wild Republic plush is recommended for ages 3 and up, and surface washable unless otherwise stated.The Grey Reef Shark is found along the northern coast of Australia and also hunts along the Great Barrier Reef. All of the incredible stuffed animals by Wild Republic are made with all new, child safe materials and they meet or exceed all U.S. ![]() Wild Republic has also incorporated many eco-friendly practices into the production of their items so that they can reduce their footprint, such as using plush filling made from recycled water bottles, and even producing an entire line of stuffed animals that are made from 100% recycled materials. We are proud to carry their excellent products on and to do our small part to help contribute to their charitable donations. Proceeds from Wild Republic's sales help to support these organizations. Wild Republic doesn't just produce fantastic stuffed animals, they also work closely with many foundations to provide housing and education for disadvantaged children, as well as protection for abandoned animals throughout the world. Thanks to a special printing process, the Living Ocean Clip On Plush Zebra Shark by Wild Republic is wonderfully lifelike in coloring and detail, while still managing to stay cute and cuddly at the same time. Perfect for attaching to bags, keys, belts, and more, this stuffed tiger shark is small enough to be discreet, but large enough to give you a satisfying cuddle as he will fit nicely in the palm of your hand. Measuring approximately 4 inches, this plush zebra shark is a much smaller representation of the real thing, which, as one of the largest shark species in the world, commonly measures around 14 feet in length although some have been recorded at around 24 feet! The tiger shark is generally friendly towards humans, which is why the Living Ocean Clip On Plush Zebra Shark by Wild Republic will make such a great companion, and because he comes with his own carabiner, you will be able to carry him with you wherever you go. Living Ocean Clip On Plush Zebra Shark by Wild RepublicZebra sharks are born dark brown with yellow stripes, but as they grow into adulthood that coloring changes and they become a tan color with small black spots as you can see, the Living Ocean Clip On Plush Zebra Shark by Wild Republic is definitely an adult as he has lost all his stripes already. ![]()
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