Vulnerable
White (Great Shark)
Carcharodon carcharias
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About
The great white shark is a large predatory fish known for its size, power, and status as an apex predator. They are one of the most feared and misunderstood creatures in the ocean.
Habitat
Coastal surface waters of all major oceans
Diet
Carnivorous - fish, seals, sea lions, and small whales
In Pop Culture
Jaws
movieA classic thriller about a great white shark terrorizing a beach town.
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Fun Facts
- Great white sharks can grow up to 20 feet in length and weigh over 5,000 pounds.
- They have up to 300 serrated teeth arranged in several rows.
- Great white sharks can detect a single drop of blood in 25 gallons of water.
Conservation
StatusVulnerable
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