also: はなざめ
spinner shark; long-nose grey shark
A species of requiem shark (Carcharhinus brevipinna) known for its spinning leaps out of the water.
The spinner shark is known for leaping out of the water and spinning.
Spinner sharks are often seen in these waters.
Hiragana spelling, also common.
Kanji spelling using 花 (flower) and 鮫 (shark); rarely used.
Alternate kanji spelling using 華 (flower); very rare.
The name ハナザメ likely derives from 花 (flower) and 鮫 (shark), possibly referring to the shark's spinning behavior or appearance, but the exact origin is uncertain.