This is actually a Zebra shark. Thanks to an alert viewer for pointing this out to us!
The Leopard shark is a type of hound shark, Triakidae family, they are currently an abundant species in cool and warm temperate waters. They are found in inshore and offshore continental coastal waters. The most common at or near the bottom in shallow waters. They prefer sandy or muddy bays. They are active, strong swimmers and are known for great schools that seem to be nomadic form.
The swimming motion of this type is described as undulating. Leopard sharks are often seen together with smooth brown dogs, black dogs, smooth or angled dogfish.
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