How well do you know the Cookiecutter Shark? Take the 10 question quiz and find out.
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Species in Focus – Cookiecutter Shark
The cookiecutter shark is a small, cigar-shaped, deep-water shark possessing a strong jaw. However, what makes this sharks unique and distinguishes it from its close relatives is the way this jaw is used.
After Bites – Blue Shark Quiz
How well do you know the Blue Shark? Take the 10 question quiz and find out.
Species in Focus – Blue Shark
One of the most easily recognizable sharks due to its distinct blue color and large pectoral fins, the blue shark is a favorite among photographers and shark enthusiasts..
Species in Focus – Ghost Shark
The Ghost shark, also known as Chimeras, are not actually sharks despite their name! The Ghost shark is a unique fish species closest related to sharks and rays.
Species in Focus: Spotted Catshark
The spotted catshark is a small, coastal shark species and gets its name from the small, black spots covering its gray-brownish body. Learn more about this shark species.
Species in Focus: Epaulette Shark
Named after the large spots found behind each pectoral fin that resemble military epaulettes, the Epaulette shark uses its fins to “walk” along the ocean floor.
After Bites – Scalloped Hammerhead Quiz
This monthly shark quiz will test your shark smarts! Can you answer 10 questions about the Scalloped Hammerhead shark? Need to study up? Read our monthly chomp shark newsletter.
Species in Focus: Nurse Shark
The nurse shark is a slow-moving bottom dwelling shark and is known for being a calm, docile species and not aggressive towards humans. Nurse sharks are one of the most popular shark species to swim with, they have minimal energy, and love to cuddle up with other nurse sharks!
Species in Focus: Leopard Shark
The Leopard Shark is common in very shallow water and their keen sense of electroreception helps them find prey in low visibility, which is then pulled into the mouth by a rapid, muscular suction.