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[edit] Horn shark Scientific Name Heterodontus francisci Max. Size: about 39 inches/99 cm Tank Size: At least 180 for pups, but the minimum for an adult is about 600 gallons. Aggression: usually peaceful, but known to be an aggressive feeder Hardiness: Hardy species, especially if kept between 64-75F Reef-Safe: No Available as captive-bred: Not at present

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Physical Description

Heterodontid shark with brown coloration - as juvenile - has black spots, but these tend to fade as the shark grows up.

Distribution

Eastern Pacific - central California coast to southern Baja California

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Behavior

generally peaceful but fairly active for a benthic shark.

Feeding

primarily benthic invertebrates and small fishes

Breeding

known to be Oviparous. may lay up to 20 eggs per season, pups hatch at about 6 inches in length, and grow at a rate of 3-5 inches per year.

Social Structure

known to be social

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Additional Notes

Most popular Heterodontid shark found in LFS. May live to be more than 20 years old.