{"title":"Sharks (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarine sharks are Expert Only predators from tropical and subtropical oceans, requiring very large tanks (minimum 500 gallons for smaller species, 1,000+ gallons for larger). Water: 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4. Diet: fish, crustaceans, and meaty foods, extremely sensitive to water quality and exempt from livestock guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"special-order-coral-catshark-expert-only","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Coral Catshark (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"22\"\u003eCoral Catshark\u003c\/strong\u003e, Atelomycterus marmoratus, is a small, slender shark species prized for its unique spotted pattern and manageable size in home aquariums. It requires a minimum tank size of 180 gallons, with salinity 1.023–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4, and temperature 75–80°F (24–27°C). Carnivorous by nature, it feeds on meaty foods such as shrimp, small fish, and marine worms. Coral Catsharks are generally peaceful but are best kept with other larger, non-aggressive tankmates to prevent stress, and they require a soft sandy substrate to protect their sensitive underbelly. This is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eEXPERT-ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e species, and due to its specialized care requirements, delicate nature, and sensitivity to water quality, it is exempt from any guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348775534880,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/ScreenShot2026-03-16at10.10.44AM.png?v=1773674248"},{"product_id":"special-order-horn-shark-expert-only","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Horn Shark (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:452feb9d-954a-4111-9700-be9aaf1e73a0-62\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-102\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"dc19f2ae-55c6-4082-b0cc-470770495e5d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"673\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eHorn Shark\u003c\/strong\u003e, Heterodontus francisci, is a small, slow-moving shark known for its stout body, blunt head, and prominent dorsal spines. It requires a minimum tank size of 180–200 gallons, with salinity 1.023–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4, and temperature 65–75°F (18–24°C). Carnivorous, it feeds on meaty foods such as shrimp, squid, clams, and small crustaceans, often foraging along the substrate. Horn Sharks are nocturnal and require a soft sandy substrate and plenty of hiding places among rockwork to feel secure. This is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eEXPERT-ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e species due to its delicate handling, sensitivity to water quality, and specific dietary needs, and it is exempt from any guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348776747296,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/ScreenShot2026-03-16at9.48.04AM.png?v=1773674385"},{"product_id":"special-order-zebra-shark-expert-only","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Zebra Shark (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Zebra Shark, Stegostoma tigrinum, is a large, slow-moving shark species known for its striking juvenile striped pattern that changes to spots as it matures. It requires a minimum tank size of 500 gallons, with salinity 1.023–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4, and temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C). Carnivorous, it feeds on meaty foods such as shrimp, squid, clams, and small fish, often foraging along the substrate. Zebra Sharks are generally peaceful but need a soft sandy bottom and plenty of hiding spaces among rocks to protect their underbelly. This is an EXPERT-ONLY species due to its large adult size, specific dietary requirements, and sensitivity to tank conditions, and it is exempt from any guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348783366432,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/ScreenShot2026-03-16at9.47.36AM.png?v=1773674504"},{"product_id":"special-order-black-tip-reef-shark-expert-only","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Black Tip Reef Shark (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Blacktip Reef Shark, Carcharhinus melanopterus, is a sleek and active reef shark known for the distinctive black tips on its fins. It requires a minimum tank size of 1000 gallons, with salinity 1.023–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4, and temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C). Carnivorous, it feeds on meaty foods such as fish, shrimp, squid, and other seafood. Blacktip Reef Sharks are active swimmers and need ample open space along with strong filtration to maintain water quality. This is an EXPERT-ONLY species due to its large adult size, high activity level, and sensitivity to tank conditions, and it is exempt from any guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348788379936,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/ScreenShot2026-03-16at9.46.54AM.png?v=1773674767"},{"product_id":"special-order-epaulette-shark-expert-only","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Epaulette Shark (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:452feb9d-954a-4111-9700-be9aaf1e73a0-69\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-116\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f83cb4e4-f985-4582-86a7-40a53517530f\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"672\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eEpaulette Shark\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hemiscyllium ocellatum, is a small, slender shark known for its distinctive dark “epaulette” spots near the pectoral fins and its ability to walk along the substrate using its fins. It requires a minimum tank size of 180 gallons, with salinity 1.023–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4, and temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C). Carnivorous, it feeds on meaty foods such as shrimp, small fish, and worms. Epaulette Sharks are relatively sedentary but require a soft sandy substrate and plenty of hiding spots among rockwork. This is an EXPERT-ONLY species due to its delicate handling, specific diet, and sensitivity to water quality, and it is exempt from any guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348792279328,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/ScreenShot2026-03-16at9.42.31AM.png?v=1773674944"},{"product_id":"special-order-angel-shark-expert-only","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Angel Shark (EXPERT ONLY)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eAngel Shark\u003c\/strong\u003e, Squatina squatina, is a flattened, bottom-dwelling shark known for its wide body, broad pectoral fins, and camouflaged pattern that helps it blend with the substrate. It requires a minimum tank size of 1000 gallons, with salinity 1.023–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4, and temperature 75–80°F (24–27°C). Carnivorous, it feeds on meaty foods such as shrimp, squid, clams, and small fish. Angel Sharks are sedentary and require a soft sandy substrate to protect their underbelly, along with plenty of hiding spaces. This is an EXPERT-ONLY species due to its large adult size, delicate nature, and sensitivity to water quality, and it is exempt from any guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348826882336,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/ScreenShot2026-03-16at9.38.12AM.png?v=1773675974"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/collections\/IMG_6384.jpg?v=1773523948","url":"https:\/\/apexaquaria.com\/collections\/sharks-expert-only.oembed","provider":"Apex Aquaria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}