Name: Bull Shark
Scientific Name: Carcharhinus leucas
FAQ:
Scientific Name: Carcharhinus leucas
FAQ:
- Bull sharks are common worldwide in warm, shallow waters along coasts and in rivers.
- Well known for its unpredictable, often aggressive behavior.
- Since bull sharks often dwell in shallow waters, they may be more dangerous to humans than any other species of shark
- One of the three deadliest sharks in the world prone to attack human
- Bull sharks tolerate fresh water and can travel far up rivers.
- Bull sharks are large and stout. Females are larger than males.
- Growth: The bull shark can grow up to 3.5m (11 ft 6in). It also can weigh up to 230 kg (505 lbs).
- Description: Bull sharks are wider than other requiem sharks of comparable length, and are grey on top and white below. The second dorsal fin is smaller than the first.
- Bite Force: Bull sharks with their sharp serrated teeth have a bite force of 1250 lbs.
Danger Rating: 4/5