Do great white sharks hunt at night?

Great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) are known to be one of the most formidable predators in the world, and they have been known to hunt during the day and at night. However, some studies suggest that great white sharks may be more active hunters at night.

One study, published in the journal "Marine Ecology Progress Series," found that great white sharks were more likely to attack seals at night than during the day. The study's authors suggest that this is because seals may be more vulnerable to attack at night when they are less able to see predators and when the water is murkier.

Another study, published in the journal "Animal Behaviour," found that great white sharks were more likely to hunt in shallow water at night than during the day. This may be because great white sharks can use the darkness to camouflage themselves and sneak up on their prey.

Overall, while great white sharks can hunt during both the day and the night, there is some evidence to suggest that they may be more active hunters at night.