Shark – Coral Catshark

Coral Catshark Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 200 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 93 cm (3′ 1″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 25 years

Scientific Name: Atelomycterus Marmoratus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx Purchase Size: 12 – 16 inches

The coral catshark, scientific name Atelomycterus Marmoratus is an aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 200 gallons. Their maximum size is 3’ 1” and they can live up to 25 years. Coral catsharks are carnivores and should be fed with different types of raw seafood such as clams, shrimp, small pieces of squid, etc. Coral catshark can be kept with other sharks as long as there is adequate space, rockwork and food. Coral catsharks will not bother coral but they will eat invertebrates. They may also prey upon smaller slower fish. They should be kept with larger and more active fish such as angels and tangs. They will sleep in caves in the rockwork during the day and hunt during the night.