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No. Basking Sharks are COMPLETELY harmless. Although they may come across as gigantic and dangerous, they only feed on vegetation and small plankton. For an example you could compare a basking shark with a whale shark and find that they have many things in common.
No they do not eat humans - they eat mostly small animals like plankton or minnows.
What else can I help you with?
How big is a basking shark?
The largest basking shark on record was 12.27 metres long and weighed 19 tons, though there have been unconfirmed larger ones found.The average basking shark is about 6 to 8 metres long.Here's a helpful hint using this website - just double click on the word "baskin shark" and you'll get a lot of information on baskin sharks. Then maximize the pop up window to get even more info on baskin sharks.
What monster shark is not dangerous to people?
The basking shark is a filter-feeding shark that feeds primarily on plankton and poses no threat to humans. Despite its large size, it is a docile and gentle giant that is not aggressive towards people.
How many sharks are killed in shark nets a year?
Hypothetically yes, they can drown. However at most beaches shark nets are closely monitored by local officials who do their best to save any creature caught in the nets. Shark nets are a mere precaution meaning they won't necessarily stop a shark from entering a beach but research shows that they are effective.
How many people die from shark attacks?
On average, there are around 5-10 shark attack fatalities worldwide each year. It is important to note that the risk of a fatal shark attack is very low compared to other risks, such as drowning or car accidents.
What eats basking sharks?
Basking sharks are apex predators and typically do not have natural predators. However, they may be at risk from large sharks, such as great white sharks or tiger sharks, when they are younger or injured. Additionally, killer whales have been known to prey on basking sharks.
Are there dangerous sharks in Norwegian waters?
Yes, the Geenland Shark, Basking Shark and Porbeagle are or have been common around Norway.
Is the basking shark endangered?
Bull Sharks are apex predators. In their natural habitat, they have very few natural predators. Very few marine animals are large enough to actually hunt or kill a full grown bull shark. However, humans are the biggest enemies for these sharks. They have been hunted and killed indiscrimenately by humans for decades.
Has China ever killed anyone?
Chinese people have killed and been killed. China (earthenware) has been used to kill someone. China (the country) has not killed anyone.
How big is a basking shark?
The largest basking shark on record was 12.27 metres long and weighed 19 tons, though there have been unconfirmed larger ones found.The average basking shark is about 6 to 8 metres long.Here's a helpful hint using this website - just double click on the word "baskin shark" and you'll get a lot of information on baskin sharks. Then maximize the pop up window to get even more info on baskin sharks.
Has anyone been eaten by a shark?
Yes, my brother and uncle :(
Has anyone been killed by a chicken?
No
Has Michael Phelps ever been eaten by a shark?
No. Michael Phelps has not ever reported to anyone nor has anyone ever reported to anyone else that, at one point, he was eaten by a shark.
Has anyone ever been hit or killed by a meteorite?
Hit, but not killed
Has anyone ever been attacked by a shark in the pacific ocean?
yes one has
Has anyone been killed at a PGA tournament?
yes
Has anyone been attacked by a shark twice?
Yes Christine Clarke this is not false information
Has anyone ever been killed by an octopus?
Many of them........ *yes*
