It is safe to say that most of us associate sharks with the most intriguing creatures on earth. Sharks are no doubt an integral part of healthy blue oceans, and they have been living here for a long; they are said to have existed even before the trees and the dinosaurs. Another thing that makes …
All over the world, out of 500 species of sharks, there are just three species reported that are responsible for fatal attacks on humans, even being unprovoked. Did you know who they are? They are great white sharks, the tiger sharks and the core of this article – The Bull Shark! Not only human bull …
Hundreds of sharks are found swimming and floating in the ocean water, so it’s not shocking that there is diversity in the reproduction processes among various marine and aquatic species. But do sharks lay eggs or not is a question of interest. If it is so, then which sharks adapt this method for reproduction?. Let’s …
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Sharks are both freshwater and marine water creatures. But there’s always a myth about their actual mode of survival. Which sharks live in freshwater and why? Let’s dive deeper in the ocean of freshwater to find out about the sharks living there. Characteristics of freshwater sharks Sharks are freshwater creatures but are also found living …
Despite being among the most dangerous predators in the world, sharks contribute to maintaining the balance of blue ocean populations. Their existence goes back millions of centuries; even older than trees. These powerful creatures are found in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. There are around 500 different species of shark that we know about. …
With over 500 species of sharks spread around the world’s oceans and rivers, it’s hard to get familiar and know the characteristics of each type. Not only numerous types, but they are here for hundreds of years, even older than trees. While sharks play a crucial role in maintaining healthy blue oceans, it is important …
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The presence of sharks maintains the balance of marine life in blue oceans. Maintaining the balance with competitors and getting rid of weak and sick animals helps to ensure that species diversity is ensured as well. Considering their importance, it may come to your mind that it’s not the job of a single individual shark. …
Sharks are known to be one of the most powerful and gigantic creatures of the ocean. When you imagine a shark, you think about a huge dorsal fin breaking the water’s surface and a fearsome mouth filled with so many teeth. So, it’s natural that they would have a strong and sturdy skeleton underneath their …
People who are fascinated by marine life, specifically their types and classification, often wonder if sharks are mammals or if they lay eggs. A huge variety of marine animals lay eggs, and at the same time, several marine animals give live birth, but not much is clear about the sharks. On the other hand, sharks …
The presence of sharks in blue oceans contributes to keeping marine life in a healthy balance. In spite of being killed in great numbers, sharks’ numbers aren’t declining, in part because of their rapid reproduction rate. We all have heard that sharks have different reproductive strategies, and many of them are known to give birth …