HankSand Tiger Sharks off North Carolina 🦈 Fierce looks, but surprisingly gentle with divers. A reminder that not every predator is what it seems.
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Beneath the surface of the Graveyard of the Atlantic, sand tiger #sharks (Carcharias taurus) glide through shipwreck-strewn waters.
https://scubahanknyc.com/2025/06/18/face-to-face-with-a-sand-tiger-shark-in-north-carolina/
ScubaHankNYCFace to Face with a Sand Tiger Shark in North Carolina
Sand tiger sharks (Carcharias taurus) are commonly found along the coast of North Carolina, particularly near shipwrecks and artificial reefs. This region, often referred to as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” provides ideal habitats for these sharks due to the abundance of prey and shelter. Sand tiger sharks are known for their distinctive, protruding teeth and bulky bodies, which make them easily recognizable to divers. Despite their menacing appearance, sand tiger sharks are generally docile and pose little threat to humans.
North Carolina’s coastal waters are among the few places in the world where large aggregations of sand tiger sharks can be observed, especially during the summer months. These sharks often gather in groups around wrecks, where they feed on bony fish, small sharks, and crustaceans. Researchers believe the warm Gulf Stream currents and the diversity of marine life in this area make it a prime location for sand tiger shark populations. Their presence supports local ecotourism, attracting divers from around the world seeking close encounters with these impressive marine predators.
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サメ社会学者Ricky日本国内初、人工環境下で産まれたシロワニ。愛称キューちゃん（個体番号に由来）。
アクアワールド大洗で久しぶりに見てきました。
顎が飛び出てしまっていますが、すくすく育っています。
#サメ #シロワニ #水族館 #アクアワールド大洗 #アクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館 #shark #sandtiger #sandtigershark
CritterzoologyA modern sand tiger shark (Carcharias taurus) and its 5 m long relative Carcharias cuspidatus from the Oligocene. The size is known from a partial skeleton that was found near Rauenberg in Baden-Württemberg.
#sandtigershark #shark #prehistory #prehistoric #palaeontology #vertebrate_paleontology #sciart #scientificillustration #animalart #wildlifeart #watercolour #watercolourart #marinebiology #marinelife #fish #oligocene #cenozoic
ScienceActuallySand tiger sharks (Carcharias taurus) are the only species of shark that farts. They gulp air at the surface, hold it in their stomachs and “fart” it out gradually until their desired depth is achieved. This retention of air allows the shark to hover almost motionless at a depth of its choosing.
#science #sciencefacts #sandtigers #sandtigershark #gas #fart #flatulence
