About the Great White Shark
The Great White Shark, or Carcharodon carcharias, is one of the ocean's top predators. Known for their size and strength, these sharks can grow up to 20 feet long and weigh over 2,000 pounds!
Encountered in coastal surface waters of all the major oceans, Great Whites are primarily responsible for shark attacks on humans. Despite this, they rarely attack humans intentionally.
Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect these incredible creatures, as they play a crucial role in ocean ecosystems as apex predators.
Anatomy & Behavior
Their distinctive features include a robust, torpedo-shaped body, sharp, serrated teeth, and a powerful tail. Great Whites are known for their curiosity, often investigating unfamiliar objects in their territory.
The Great White's diet is diverse, including fish, seals, and occasionally other sharks. They use a technique known as visual tracking and ambush to capture their prey.
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