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

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

Diet

Carnivore (seals, sea lions, dolphins)

Social Structure

Solitary

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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