{"product_id":"whitespotted-bamboo-cat-shark","title":"Whitespotted Bamboo Cat Shark","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhitespotted Bamboo Cat Shark\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Whitespotted Bamboo Cat Shark (\u003cem\u003eChiloscyllium plagiosum\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most extraordinary and bucket-list-worthy animals in the entire saltwater hobby. \u003cstrong\u003eAn elegant, sleek-bodied shark with classic bamboo-shark patterning and signature white spots scattered across a dark, glossy body — a real, living shark cruising the substrate of a home aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e Few animals in any aquarium command attention the way a bamboo shark does. Watch one glide along the sandbed, pause to investigate the rockwork, or rest motionless in a cave with that unmistakable shark presence — every observation is a moment with one of the ocean's most iconic predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Whitespotted Bamboo is one of the most accessible shark species in the saltwater hobby — a benthic, slow-moving species that adapts well to dedicated aquarium systems and can live for decades under proper care. They are intelligent, curious, and develop genuine personality over time, recognizing keepers and learning feeding routines. \u003cstrong\u003eReaching an adult size of approximately 30–40 inches, the Whitespotted Bamboo is a long-term commitment that grows into one of the most spectacular display animals a reefer can keep.\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller specimens settle in quickly and grow steadily under stable conditions, eventually becoming the unmistakable centerpiece of any large display system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping a Whitespotted Bamboo Shark is unlike keeping any reef fish or invertebrate. It is a specialist commitment — a large, dedicated system with sandy bottom and open swimming space, careful diet, and a willingness to plan for an adult animal — but the reward is unmatched in the hobby. For reefers ready to build a true showcase aquarium around a single iconic species, the Whitespotted Bamboo Shark delivers an experience no other animal can replicate. This is the kind of animal you build a tank around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall (5–7\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne small Whitespotted Bamboo Shark — ideal acclimation-size for new bamboo shark keepers preparing a long-term system\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFull juvenile patterning with classic white-spotted markings already developed\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe perfect entry point for hobbyists ready to grow a bamboo shark from an early stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium (7–10\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne mid-size Whitespotted Bamboo Shark — actively feeding, well-acclimated, and displaying full color expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSub-adult specimen with strong feeding response and confident behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReady for an established large-system display with sandy substrate and open swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge (10–14\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne large Whitespotted Bamboo Shark — well-developed and display-ready for immediate impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStrong feeding response, full patterning, and the visual presence of a true centerpiece animal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdeal for keepers ready to skip the early grow-out stage and place a substantial shark from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:separate; border-spacing:10px 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e72–78°F (22–26°C) — stable, no swings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🧂 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eSalinity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.020–1.026 — drip acclimate slowly\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e180+ gallon minimum for adults — sandy bottom and open swimming space required\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarnivore — shrimp, squid, scallop, fish, and other meaty seafood\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePredator — incompatible with small fish, shrimp, and crabs\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdvanced — for experienced large-system keepers\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf8ee; border:1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left:4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; color:#22323a;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eWhitespotted Bamboo Sharks reach an adult size of approximately 30–40 inches and require a tank of at least 180 gallons (300+ gallons recommended) with open horizontal swimming space and a sandy substrate for the animal to rest and glide across.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquascaping should avoid sharp rockwork and excessive vertical structure — bamboo sharks are benthic and need uncluttered floor space. They are strict carnivores and will prey on small fish, shrimp, crabs, and other invertebrates housed in the same system; stock larger, faster tankmates only. Feed a varied diet of shrimp, squid, scallop, and chopped fish two to three times per week, and adjust feeding frequency as the animal matures. Drip acclimate slowly over 60 to 90 minutes to match parameters precisely. Avoid copper-based medications entirely — copper is fatal to sharks and other elasmobranchs even in trace amounts. Cover all powerhead and pump intakes before introduction. With proper care, Whitespotted Bamboo Sharks can live 20 to 25 years or more — this is a long-term commitment to a remarkable animal.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Whitespotted Bamboo Cat Shark is one of the most rewarding centerpiece animals in the saltwater hobby:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassic white-spotted patterning on a sleek, dark body — one of the most visually iconic shark species in the aquarium trade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong-lived, intelligent, and develops genuine personality over time — recognizes keepers and learns feeding routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA true bucket-list shark species for hobbyists ready to build a dedicated large-system display around one of the most remarkable animals available to the saltwater hobby\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color:#1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f8f9; border:1px solid #dde4e7; border-left:4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; font-size:13px; color:#607078; line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Whitespotted Bamboo Shark you receive may vary slightly in coloration, spot pattern, and size within the stated size range. Pattern density and overall coloration may shift as the shark matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Individual specimens may display differences in pattern, behavior, and appearance depending on age, diet, and tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAs with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results. Whitespotted Bamboo Sharks require a dedicated large-system setup prepared in advance — please ensure your system is fully ready before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Small (5–7\")","offer_id":48368288989443,"sku":"H3","price":234.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (7–10\")","offer_id":48368289022211,"sku":"H3","price":269.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (10–14\")","offer_id":48368289054979,"sku":"H3","price":364.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/bambooshark.jpg?v=1781205319","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/whitespotted-bamboo-cat-shark","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}