- Have claspers, which are modified pelvic fins used for reproduction.
- Have a broader head and a more slender body compared to females.
- May have more pointed pectoral fins.
- May have a larger caudal fin (tail fin) compared to females.
Female sharks:
- Lack claspers.
- Have a wider head and a more robust body compared to males.
- May have rounder pectoral fins.
- May have a smaller caudal fin compared to males.
Keep in mind that these are general differences and there can be variations among different shark species. Additionally, some shark species exhibit sexual dimorphism, meaning that males and females have distinct physical characteristics, while others do not show these differences as prominently.