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I bought a Wobbegong that came from Australia. You must know that there are several species of Wobbegongs from that region? Can you share with me the the growth rate of this shark in captivity?Zoodiver;1232915; said:
First off - the name Australian Wobbegong - could refer to any of the species of Wobbies found in Australian Waters. Which is at least 7 species.
- Tasseled Wobbie (Eucrossorhinus dasypogon)
- Spotted Wobbie (Orectolobus maculatus)
- Ornate Wobbie (Orectolobus ornatus)
- Banded/Gulf Wobbie (Orectolobus halei)
- Cobbler's Wobbie (Sutorectus tentaculatus)
- Western Wobbie (Orectolobus sp.)
- Northern or Ward's Wobbie (Orectolobus wardi)
As for growth rates - often time sharks grow faster in captivity than in the wild. In some cases - much faster, especially in their 1st year of life. As example - Nurse & Lemon sharks - which both of average annual growth rates of about 5-8". But there are cases, in captivity where both species have grown at least 24" in an single year.
- Tasseled Wobbie (Eucrossorhinus dasypogon)
- Spotted Wobbie (Orectolobus maculatus)
- Ornate Wobbie (Orectolobus ornatus)
- Banded/Gulf Wobbie (Orectolobus halei)
- Cobbler's Wobbie (Sutorectus tentaculatus)
- Western Wobbie (Orectolobus sp.)
- Northern or Ward's Wobbie (Orectolobus wardi)
As for growth rates - often time sharks grow faster in captivity than in the wild. In some cases - much faster, especially in their 1st year of life. As example - Nurse & Lemon sharks - which both of average annual growth rates of about 5-8". But there are cases, in captivity where both species have grown at least 24" in an single year.
True. And as an example of that being a bad thing, do a google search for "shark" and "scoliosis". You'll see how rapid growth rates (abnormally rapid) will damage the spine and create even more problems down the line. We really see it in sandtiger sharks.
Yeah - I've seen photos of sandtigers with messed up spines. Really sad site.
As for the best way to prevent possible scoloisis in sharks - keep the growth rate down to normal levels. This means basically don't keep water temps too high, and don't overfeed the sharks. Both of which can increase a shark's growth rate.
Just another reason to say - before you get any shark - Research It. Learn about the species requirements - including such things preferred water temps & conditions, growth rates, approximate amount & schedule of feedings, and maximum potential size of species.
As for the best way to prevent possible scoloisis in sharks - keep the growth rate down to normal levels. This means basically don't keep water temps too high, and don't overfeed the sharks. Both of which can increase a shark's growth rate.
Just another reason to say - before you get any shark - Research It. Learn about the species requirements - including such things preferred water temps & conditions, growth rates, approximate amount & schedule of feedings, and maximum potential size of species.
Tank temperature is kept at 72 degrees. This shark doesn't see to have the appetite the cat shark had and hasn't been feeding as often. It seems to be content to lay under the cave for now.krj-1168;1237265; said:
Wobbies typically eat less often than bamboos - but when they eat - they tend to eat larger meals.
Even in the wild - Wobbies tend to be found more often with nearly empty stomachs than do bamboos.
Even in the wild - Wobbies tend to be found more often with nearly empty stomachs than do bamboos.
