Nurse Shark

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Nurse sharks are the quintessential resting reef shark of Senegalese waters, typically found in small groups tucked beneath coral ledges and boulder formations during daytime. They are nocturnal hunters that feed on crustaceans and small fish using powerful suction, and their presence here reflects a healthy invertebrate prey base. Unlike oceanic sharks, nurse sharks are sedentary and highly site-faithful, making these reefs reliably productive for close encounters.