Sharks

Facts about Thresher Shark
Thresher sharks have a close resemblance to other sharks, mainly the Great Whites and the Mackerel sharks. They have a total of three species with some minor differences in the body structures. Here I would like to present some facts about thresher shark.

Facts about Zebra Sharks
Although, sharks are ferocious aquatic animals, they are very interesting creatures. Their body is highly streamlined and they have a cartilaginous skeleton. They use five to seven gill slits for respiration. They have several sets of teeth which are replaceable. Sharks are intelligent creatures and have high predatory skills. Zebra sharks are one of the 368 species of sharks. Read on to know more about them.

Facts about Horn Shark
Horn sharks are the shy creatures that form a singular niche of the ocean life, which unlike the sleeker sharks prefer to dwell in the depths of the ocean. Not much is still known about this breed, as compared to the other large part of its shark family. Here I would like to present to you some facts about these wonderful creatures, which many of us would like to know of.

Facts about Blue Shark
The blue shark gets its name from its dark blue upper surface and its bright blue sides. Among its other common names are the blue whaler, because it is often seen around a whale kill.

Shark Finning Facts
Shark finning refers to hacking of shark fins for using them in the traditional medicines and dishes. The finless sharks can no longer swim and settle to the bottom and die. It is a major international issue, as more than 100 million sharks are killed every year.

Information on Basking Shark
Basking shark, an enormous cartilaginous shark is a filter feeding shark with comb like gill rakers to trap the prey. These sea creatures are slow swimmers, however are also seen to exhibit breaching behavior. The article provides the information on basking shark...

Facts about the Angel Shark
The angel shark is a magnificent marine creature, with a flattened body and broad pectoral fins. This ovoviviparous member of the 'Squatinidae' family bears a close resemblance to rays and skates. The angel shark inhabits the warm tropical and temperate seas, feeding on an array of fish and crustaceans...

How to Survive Shark Attacks
It's wisest to take certain precautions, to avoid being attacked by a shark. However, if one faces this frightening predicament, here are some ideas about how to survive shark attacks.

Facts About Sand Tiger Shark
Sand tiger sharks, which are also known as spotted ragged-tooth sharks or gray nurse sharks, are ferocious-looking, but gentle by nature. Let us take a look at some interesting facts about the sand tiger shark.

What do Sharks Eat?
Sharks are not really as frightening as they are portrayed in movies! Read on to know more about sharks and their diet patterns.

Nurse Sharks
Sharks are renowned as fearsome and aggressive predators. However, all sharks don't live up to this stereotype like Nurse sharks which are non-aggressive sharks. Read on to find more about them.

Habitat of a Tiger Shark
Also known as the ‘ocean’s garbage can’, Tiger sharks are known to be the most feared till date. Here’s a look at the habitat of Tiger sharks and other factors associated with these aggressive creatures.

Bala Sharks
Bala sharks are definitely not the kind of sharks that would seem to cause terror in your mind and body! These small sized sharks are often used in aquariums; here’s a look at some of the details associated with Bala sharks.

Hammerhead Shark
With their outlandishly shaped heads, the Hammerhead sharks have always caught my fancy ever since I can remember. Here’s the lowdown on Hammerhead sharks.

Tiger Shark
Did you know that the tiger shark is often referred to as the "wastebasket of the sea"? Read on for lots more information about this shark.

Bull Shark
Bull sharks are considered to be more dangerous to humans than any other species of sharks as they lurk in shallow waters. Read on to know more…

Shark Fishing
Despite efforts being made to stop shark fishing, it is still the number one cause for the dramatic decline in the number of whales and sharks in our oceans. So, I ask myself why should we continue making any efforts to stop shark fishing and to fund shark conservation organizations. This question however has taken me on a very long and interesting journey: a journey of discovery and reawakening, both ecologically as well as personally.

Goblin Shark
Deep in the sea where the sun does not trickle in lives the goblin shark. Read on for more information about this inhabitant of the deep.

Types of Sharks
Although terrifying in their appearance, sharks are known to captivate the interests of humans. Here are some common types of sharks and their characteristics.

Facts About Sharks
Did you know that sharks have a sensory organ which is called the "ampullae of Lorenzini" which they use to feel the electrical field coming from its prey? Here are more interesting facts about sharks.

Shark: The King Of Water World
Sharks, the king of the water world have been in survival even before dinosaurs. The earliest proofs of sharks are isolated spines, teeth and scales that presented about 430 million years ago in the Silurian Period called as "Age of Fishes".

Shark Numbers Crash
Fishery records reveal decimation of shark population in the Mediterranean Sea

Sharks - Why They Shouldn't Be Killed
The Hollywood image given to sharks doesn't accurately portray their natural behavior as predatory creatures of the sea. Humans aren't appetizing to them. Human blood doesn't excite them in the way that the blood of their normal prey does. When they attack people, it is normally just a single bite to get a taste.

Shark Species Face Extinction Amid Overfishing and Appetite for Fins
Nine more shark species added to endangered list as scientists warn of extinction threat

Sharks Deserve the Conservation Status We Give to the Giant Panda
Marine predators are on the verge of extinction, but the fishing industry still rips the environment to shreds with impunity. By George Monbiot

Death of a Predator: Big Sharks Are Disappearing - and World's Fisheries Are Suffering As a Result
Scientists sound alarm as marine food chain is hit - Shellfish being devastated by thriving prey species

The Bala Shark Is An Interesting Fish For Your Aquarium
Learn about the Bala Shark who is a timid fish tank inhabitant and find out what other fish he gets along with.

Sharks Pay High Price As Demand for Fins Soars
Conservation group criticises EU move as world populations plunge.

Dangerous Reef and its sharks
Dangerous Reef is a famous Western Australia dive destination due to the sharks which can be observed in it.