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Sharks
When many think of sharks, they think of the movie Jaws or a dangerous man-eating fish. In reality, sharks is a large group of fish that includes very small to much larger fish. Some can be harmful to man and others are harmless. To delve into this interesting and diverse group of cartilaginous saltwater fish that have sharp teeth and a bad reputation, ask your questions in this category.
5,520 Questions
Do hammerhead sharks bite for no reason?
Sharks of any kind do not bite for no reason. They either bite to protect themselves or bit to attack and eat their prey.
Why does lake Nicaragua have sharks?
because long ago there was a sea there but a volcano formed a barrer so now its a lake with sharks. the animals adapted because long ago there was a sea there but a volcanoe formed a barrer so now its a lake with sharks. the animals adapter!! Above was the original thought, but tagged Bull Sharks (originally thought to be a species unique to the lake) have been found in the Caribbean and vice versa so they are able to make the journey up the river into the ocean and back. There are also marlin, tarpon and I believe tuna in this lake.
What does hammerhead shark do with his head?
They are able to detect electric fields created by the movement of their prey. They have sensors at each end of the 'hammer head' to find the location and direction of the prey.In a similar way we use two eyes spaced apart to perceive depth of vision.
Can a shark live at the end of the Mississippi river?
There are articles documenting bull sharks as far north as Minnesota (2006).
What sort of alarm is given when a shark is sighted at the beach?
a alarm is ringing with sirens loud enough to alert swimmers
Did they ever catch the REAL shark for the REAL Bethany Hamilton?
Yes they did, Bethany says it was caught by Ralph Young and Billy Hamilton. You can even find a picture of it in her book.
Do shark eggs die when they wash up on beaches?
No.
Actually they would die if they were exposed to air to long. But there would proboly be predators there and people so it would die
What type of sharks get along with guppys?
silver/bala sharks get on well with most fish and are great in a community tank .
What does an goblin shark look like?
the pinkish grey goblin shark, with its dagger-like snout and needle sharp teeth, may be one of the most bizarre-looking shark alive. This sluggish bottom dweller was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in the 1890s
What is the Japanese of 'killer shark'?
The Japanese word for shark is "same" (鮫) it is pronounced as "sah-may"
Why are manta rays called the devilfish when they are harmless creatures?
Manta Ray is a harmless creatures and they have a very short barb that is not very sharp and it is totally harmless, it contains no posion. Stingray contains posion barb but Manta Ray don't. The reason why manta ray are called devil fish is because The name "devil ray" comes from the manta ray's extended fins, which many people think resemble devil's horns.
When was the worst shark attack of all time?
The worst shark attack took place of a 7-day period in 1945 from July 30th to August 5th. The USS Indianapolis was on a covert mission delivering parts for the Atomic Bomds that ended the war. Since it was a secret mission, when a Japanese Topedo strucks it side, 1,100 of the 1,200 men crew went into the water and the US Navy, due to the secrecy of the mission, didn't know to look for the ship until it was a week overdue at port. Over the next week, sharks (great whites, hammerheads, oceanic white-tips, tiger sharks...) celebrated Thanksgiving by devouring more then 750 of the US Naval officers and sailors that entered the water on that fateful day. Sailors rescued from the water a week after the torpedo have estimated the number of sharks at over 1,000. That is the worst shark attack in history, bar none!
Do you get great white sharks in Madagascar?
Not a centre of abundance like Cape Town and not one you would be guaranteed to find if you go out looking for it.
What kind of animal is the gummy shark?
The gummy shark, Mustelus antarcticus, is a shark in the family Triakidae. It is a slender grey shark with white spots along the body and flat plate-like teeth for crushing its prey.
Of course "gummy shark" can also refer to Gummis Carcharhiniformes, a small, mostly translucent invertebrate. They are typically blue except for their white belly. They are on the same evolutionary branch as the related Gummis Ursis (the gummy bear), Gummis Oligochaeta , (the gummy worm), Gummis Pices (the Swedish Fish), Gummis Pediatricus (the jelly baby) and Gummis Amphibia (the red frog).
How should you respond to rude in-laws?
This can get very sticky , as they are family. Talk to your spouse first and see if he or she can think of a way out before this develops into a full-scale family feud. If he or she cannot or will not, then you must politely and respectfully tell your in-laws how this makes you feel. Ask them what THEY think the problem is , and if the can suggest a solution. This MAY get them on your side , or make them realize their inappropiate behavior. If you are the parent of their grandchildren , it can be even stickier. If you can come to no agreement, try to be absent or occupied when they are at your house. Don't EVER yell at them or call them names, as this will put YOU in the wrong. If none of this works, and the situation degenerates , please feel free to ask for advice again. We will do our best to help. But please try these approaches first.
Has there ever been a shark attack in Pennsylvania?
Not unless it happened in an aquarium. Pennsylvania hasn't got ocean access.
What are hammer head shark adaptation?
They have their eyes on the side of their heads so they can see behind and to the sides of themselves. It's a defensive tactic.
How would the extinction of sharks affect the world?
Because then it would damage the circle of life!
What is the world shark population?
If no one knows the answer to this question, how can it be claimed (by Nat Geo) that 100,000,000 (one hundred million) sharks are killed each year?
What kind of a fish is a hammer head?
The hammerhead sharks are a group of sharks in the family Sphyrnidae, so named for the unusual and distinctive structure of their heads, which are flattened and laterally extended into a "hammer" shape called a "cephalofoil".
