Great White Shark
The Great White Shark is a powerful and iconic ocean predator native to the coastal waters of the world. It is a top predator in its environment, and it is known for its impressive size, its powerful jaws, and its incredible hunting skills.
The Great White Shark is a vital part of the marine ecosystem, as its presence helps to maintain the balance of the food chain.
Great White Shark
Classification
Chondrichthyes > Lamniformes > Lamnidae > Carcharodon > C. carcharias
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
15 - 20 feet
(4.6 - 6.1 m)
Average Weight
1,500 - 2,500 lbs
(680 - 1,134 kg)
Average Life Span
70 years
Gestation Period
11 months
Did You Know?
The Great White Shark is the world's largest predatory fish.
They can swim at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour!
Great White Sharks have about 300 serrated, triangular teeth arranged in several rows.
They can detect a single drop of blood in 25 gallons of water.
Great White Sharks can live for over 70 years.
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