Endemic to Indo-Pacific region, the Zebra Shark is a carnivore species inhabiting coral reefs habitats. Weighing Up to 32 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Zebra Shark | Carnivore Reptiles Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 32 kg | 90 kg | ↓ 64% |
| Height | 330 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 20 km/h | 20 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 20 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Zebra Shark inhabits coral reefs habitats. It can be found in Indo-Pacific region.
Typical coloring: Brown, Yellowish.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Zebra Shark is a solitary species belonging to the Stegostomatidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Zebra Shark is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 11 carnivore reptiles, the Zebra Shark’s weight of Up to 32 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 90 kg.
Weight rank: #15 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Zebra Shark weigh?
A Zebra Shark typically weighs Up to 32 kg, which is well below average compared to the median of 90 kg among carnivore reptiles.
What is the conservation status of the Zebra Shark?
The Zebra Shark is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Zebra Shark live?
The Zebra Shark is found in Indo-Pacific region, in coral reefs habitats.
How does the Zebra Shark reproduce?
The Zebra Shark has a gestation period of 10–25 days and typically produces Up to 25 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026