What is a whale shark? Is it a whale AND a shark? That sounds like a terrifying combination! Well, what if we told you that this animal is also the biggest fish swimming in the ocean today? It sounds like a scary proposition, doesn’t it? Luckily you needn’t worry, as we’re here to sort out … Read more
If you’re a fish, shortfin mako sharks are terrifying creatures, but to us humans, they are arguably the most beautiful shark species to grace our oceans. With its metallic coloration and sleek build, the shortfin mako shark is a graceful and eye-catching predator. It’s famed for its ability to race through the waters at eye-watering … Read more
Lemon sharks are robust creatures that survive in captivity much better than migratory species like the great white. As a result, scientists and researchers have been able to study the behavior of the lemon shark in much greater detail than almost any other species. These non-aggressive sharks live in warm, shallow waters, where their yellow … Read more
The tiger shark may not have the fearsome reputation of its more famous relation, the great white, but make no mistake, this is a serious predator. If you happen to be a turtle, a large tasty fish, a dolphin, or even a smaller shark in tropical or temperate waters, the tiger will probably be out … Read more
This article provides general information about Nurse Sharks. From what they eat and where they live to hunting behavior and natural enemies that hunt them. Nurse sharks are largely sedentary creatures that spend much of their time resting on the sea floor. They are one of the most widely studied shark species because they are … Read more
If you live in near-constant darkness, it doesn’t matter what you look like. At least, that’s what the creatures of the deep ocean seem to believe. Take the goblin shark, for instance. With its translucent skin, long, protruding snout, and jaws full of crooked teeth, it looks like something straight out of a horror movie. … Read more
In the shallow waters close to shore, a dangerous predator lurks. With its blunt snout and aggressive nature, the bull shark poses a greater threat to humans than almost any other shark in the ocean. The only reason it’s less feared than the great white is that it’s more difficult to identify. The bull shark … Read more
The great white shark is one of the most universally feared creatures in the world. Its intimidating size and powerful bite have captivated the collective human imagination, turning it from a formidable predator into a cold-blooded killer. Despite its reputation, great whites rarely attack humans, and when they do, it’s most probably a case of … Read more
There’s no doubt about it. No creature in today’s oceans is more feared than the great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias). 51% of Americans admit to being terrified of sharks, and you can be sure it’s the great white they were thinking about. The great white’s dangerous reputation is hugely overblown thanks to sensational Hollywood movies, including … Read more
The fastest shark in the ocean has a maximum speed of 80 kph. The slowest moves at less than one kph, frozen into sluggishness by the frigid waters it frequents. The consensus is that the shortfin mako is the fastest shark in the world, but there’s little evidence to back up such claims. There has … Read more