Blue shark: Records & Species Guide
Scientific name: Prionace glauca
Identification
Blue shark
Habitat/distribution
The blue shark is a slender, widely distributed pelagic shark known for its blue coloration and long pectoral fins.
Human-interaction context
It occurs across large areas of the world's open oceans. Because the species is primarily oceanic, interactions may be associated with offshore activity.
Incident records
Image attribution
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Sources and references
- Scientific name: Prionace glauca
- Taxonomy status: accepted
- Source basis: Scientific names follow the supplied reviewed editorial reference. External taxonomy checks are recorded separately when performed.