Species Type:
Sharks & Rays, Fishes
Common Name(s):
Sand tiger shark
Size:
Sand tiger sharks can grow up to 20 feet (6.1 meters) long, with an average length of 12 feet (3.7 meters). They can weigh up to 600 pounds (272.2 kilograms), but weigh around 240 pounds (108.9 kilograms)on average.
Diet:
The diet of the sand tiger shark is quite varied, and can include fish, rays, lobsters, crustaceans, squid, and even other small sharks.
Range & Habitat:
Sand tiger sharks are found in coastal waters across the globe, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indo-Pacific.
Details:
Sand tiger sharks have an intimidating appearance, with rows of long, needle-like teeth visible even when their mouth is closed. Despite their fierce look, they are slow-moving and docile toward humans. Unlike most sharks, they gulp air at the surface and store it in their stomach, allowing them to hover motionlessly without sinking.