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  2. List of sharks - Wikipedia

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    The first shark-like chondrichthyans appeared in the oceans 400 million years ago, [1] developing into the crown group of sharks by the Early Jurassic. [2] Listed below are extant species of shark. Sharks are spread across 512 described and 23 undescribed species in eight orders. The families and genera within the orders are listed in ...

  3. List of fatal shark attacks in the United States - Wikipedia

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    Cruse, a resident of Kihei, Hawaii, was bitten in the upper torso while snorkeling by an unknown species of shark at a popular surfing spot known as "The Dumps" near Makena, Maui. Her lifeless body was found floating face-down by other snorkelers. She also lost an arm in the attack. [139] [140] Arthur Medici, 26: September 15, 2018

  4. List of threatened sharks - Wikipedia

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    In a milestone decision in 2013, CITES prohibited international trade in the fins of the scalloped hammerhead (pictured) and four other shark species. [5] Shark species are increasingly becoming threatened because of commercial and recreational fishing pressures, the impact of non-shark fisheries on the seabed and shark prey species, and other ...

  5. Beware the water: Here are 3 of SC's most dangerous ... - AOL

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    Bull Sharks have one of the most powerful bites. Known for their stout appearance, the bull shark is more aggressive than most shark species, with an average bite strength of up to 1,350 pounds ...

  6. Recent shark attacks are worrying beach-goers, yet experts ...

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    It's a good idea to remember just how rare shark bites truly are, scientists said. HOW OFTEN DO SHARK BITES OCCUR? Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 ...

  7. Shark attack - Wikipedia

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    Shark attacks may also occur due to territorial reasons or as dominance over another shark species. [58] Sharks are equipped with sensory organs called the Ampullae of Lorenzini that detect the electricity generated by muscle movement. [59] The shark's electrical receptors, which pick up movement, detect signals like those emitted from wounded ...

  8. New species of "ghost shark" discovered living deep in the ...

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    The species lives in the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean, which NIWA scientist Brit Finucci said makes them difficult to study. One ghost shark was caught on camera swimming off the coast of ...

  9. Tiger shark - Wikipedia

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    The tiger shark is a member of the order Carcharhiniformes, the most species-rich order of sharks, with more than 270 species also including the small catsharks and hammerhead sharks. [4] Members of this order are characterized by the presence of a nictitating membrane over the eyes, two dorsal fins, an anal fin, and five gill slits.