The Mariana Trench is the deepest oceanic trench on earth. The lowest point is known as the Challenger Deep, and it is believed to have a maximum depth of 36,037 feet / 10,984 meters below the ocean’s surface. The first manned exploration occurred in 1960 when the bathyscaphe “Trieste” descended into the Western Pacific Ocean … Read more
Large shark species we are familiar with cannot survive out of water for very long, only a few minutes. In fact, while they may not die instantly, being out of the water for any length of time can quickly cause death to large sharks. All sharks are fish and get the oxygen they need to … Read more
The lifespan of a shark can vary greatly depending on the species, but on average, most species of sharks have a lifespan of 20 to 30 years. However, some species, such as the whale shark, can live for over 100 years. The life cycle of a shark begins with the egg stage. Depending on the … Read more
Sharks have a heightened sense of smell, but they do not specifically seek out human blood. While they may investigate a potential food source, the presence of human blood alone is not enough to trigger a feeding frenzy. It is important to note that most shark attacks on humans are a case of mistaken identity, … Read more
How close to the shore do sharks come? As terrified as most people are of sharks, they spend a lot more time close to the ocean’s apex predator than they might expect or feel comfortable with. Sharks typically come close to the shore to hunt for food and sometimes enter shallow waters. A couple of … Read more
Great white sharks are the top marine predator of the ocean and one of the most dangerous sharks that exist, but even these predators become the hunted. With all of the strange and wonderful creatures inhabiting the oceans of the world, which one has the gall and sheer audacity to hunt these hunters? Below we … Read more
Sharks migrate for various reasons, including seasonal changes, mating, feeding, and temperature changes in the water. Some species of shark, such as the great white, migrate long distances to find warmer waters. Many shark species are known to migrate in common with numerous land, air, and sea animals. However, unlike land animals or birds that … Read more
Sharks can’t drown in the traditional sense as they are able to extract oxygen from water while swimming. However, they may suffocate if they are unable to move and force water over their gills, such as if they are trapped in a net. Sharks are the apex predators of the oceans. They dominate the seas … Read more
No, sharks do not sleep in the traditional sense. They rest and conserve energy by swimming slowly or hovering in the water. Some species even need to keep swimming to keep water moving over their gills for oxygen. After a long day, nothing feels better than a good night’s sleep. If you’re a shark lover, … Read more
Yes, some shark species, such as great white, spinner, mako, and thresher, can jump out of the water. The height varies but the mako shark can jump over 9 meters high. Basking sharks have been recorded jumping to heights of 1.2 meters, while white sharks have been filmed jumping over 4.5 meters. Seeing a shark … Read more