SHARK BIOLOGY TALK- Q&A

Why do sharks, rays, and chimaeras possess specialized organs such as the salt gland, kidney, and gills to maintain their inner ionic composition? Chondrichthyans must adapt to a range of environments. Therefore, the chemicals and salt found within their bodies and...

Breaching 101

That moment. The anticipation. Will it happen? It seems like I am waiting forever for it to happen; the forever is inevitable. Then it happens. In slow-motion it seems, like my heart stopped. The awe-inspiring Polaris breach of a Great White shark. But why do they do...
Glow in the Dark Sharks

Glow in the Dark Sharks

Image source: Scientific Reports (https://www.nature.com/articles/srep24751/figures/5) Planet Shark Divers List of Glow in the Dark Sharks! Here is the most current list of the PSD evaluated Glow in the Dark Sharks and how they glow. The Glow in the Dark Sharks: There...
World’s Smallest Sharks

World’s Smallest Sharks

These are the top 10 PSD ranked world’s smallest sharks. This information is based on the most current data. All of these sharks are under 12 inches or a foot long as mature adult shark. Let the countdown begin! HONORABLE MENTION:Granular Dogfish Centroscyllium...