Ginglymostoma Cirratum is a scientific name for the nurse shark, a commonly found species in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. This shark is known for its distinctive features such as its rounded snout and barbels on its upper lip. In addition to its scientific name, there are other synonyms used to refer to this shark. Some of these synonyms include cat shark, ground shark, and sand shark. However, regardless of the name used, the nurse shark remains an important part of the ocean ecosystem, playing a critical role in maintaining the balance in marine ecosystems.