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The Kuroshio Sea

Zebra shark

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Newborn pups have white stripes over their black body. The Japanese name torafu zame (tiger-stripe shark) or the English name zebra shark is named after its distinct appearance. This species is oviparous, with female sharks producing egg capsules.

Scientific name Stegostoma tigrinum
English name Zebra shark

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