The Bigeye Thresher shark is known for its unique appearance, with an extremely large caudal fin roughly half the length of its entire body, and its very large eyes.
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Species in Focus: Basking Shark’s Good Side
Did you know that Basking sharks breach? And when they do they breach to one side? Do you know why? Learn more about the second largest fish in the world.
Species in Focus: How Long Do Greenland Sharks Live?
Greenland sharks swim slowly, grow slowly and reach maturity slowly – and they live anywhere from 270 to 500 years, making them the longest-living vertebrate on the planet.
Species in Focus: How Can Mako Sharks Swim So Fast?
With a stream-lined and a relatively slender body, a pointed snout, crescent-shaped tail and long slender teeth – shortfin mako sharks are the fastest sharks in the world!
Species in Focus: Snappy Jaws of the Goblin Shark
Goblin sharks are incredibly interesting but incredibly hard to study due to their deep-sea lifestyle. In 2008, however, divers were able to video these sharks to understand how they use their strange jaw.
Species in Focus: Great White Shark – Sharksafe Barriers
Can magnets replace shark nets? What did these shark scientists learn?
Species in Focus: Whale Shark Wonders
Although it’s the biggest fish in the sea, the whale shark displays a docile temperament, making it an object of fascination and admiration for those fortunate enough to encounter it.
Why Sharks Are Important
Sharks maintain biodiversity and food webs and keep our largest ecosystems our oceans healthy.
Species in Focus: Blue Sharks & Their Plastic Diet
Blue sharks are one of the most common shark species in the world. With their slender, sleek bodies and distinct blue coloration, these stunning fish are a fascinating sight.
Sharks Of The World T-Shirt From Liberty Graphics
Liberty Graphics has pledged to donate $3 from the sale of each “Sharks of the World” t-shirt to Shark Angels shark conservation organization until the end of July 2023!