1. Dogfish Shark:
- Small sharks found in deep waters.
- Have long, slender bodies and large eyes.
- Some species are bioluminescent.
2. Basking Shark:
- One of the largest shark species, growing up to 40 feet long.
- Feeds on plankton by filtering water through its gills.
- Gentle and slow-moving.
3. Whale Shark:
- The largest known fish species, growing up to 65 feet long.
- Feeds on plankton and small fish by filtering water through its gills.
- Gentle and often found near the ocean's surface.
4. Thresher Shark:
- Characterized by its long, whip-like tail.
- Uses its tail to stun or kill prey.
- Found in warm, temperate waters.
5. Great White Shark:
- One of the most well-known and powerful shark species.
- Can grow up to 20 feet long and weigh several thousand pounds.
- Feeds on seals, sea lions, and other large marine mammals.
6. Tiger Shark:
- Known for its aggressive behavior and wide prey range.
- Can grow up to 18 feet long.
- Feeds on fish, seals, sea turtles, and even garbage.
7. Bull Shark:
- Aggressive and territorial sharks found in coastal waters.
- Can tolerate low salinity levels and enter rivers and estuaries.
- Known for their unpredictable and aggressive behavior.
8. Hammerhead Shark:
- Distinctive for its flattened, hammer-shaped head.
- Several hammerhead species exist, including the great hammerhead and scalloped hammerhead.
- Feed on fish, squid, and crustaceans.
9. Lemon Shark:
- A relatively small shark species found in shallow coastal waters.
- Feed on fish, stingrays, and crustaceans.
- Often seen near mangrove swamps and coral reefs.
10. Nurse Shark:
- Bottom-dwelling sharks found in tropical and subtropical waters.
- Have long, rounded snouts and barbels around their mouths.
- Feed on fish, crustaceans, and small invertebrates.