Sand Tiger Shark
The sand tiger shark, Carcharias taurus, is a large coastal shark found in warm and temperate waters worldwide. Known for its menacing appearance with protruding teeth, it is a slow-moving predator that typically hunts small fish and squid. Despite its intimidating look, it is generally not aggressive towards humans, making it a frequent subject of interest for divers and researchers.
Length~220 (max 320)
Weight~87 (max 159)
WaterSalt
Water Temp12-20° F
- Other namesGray nurse shark, Spotted ragged-tooth shark , Blue-nurse sand tiger
- Length~220 (max 320)
- Weight~87 (max 159)
- WaterSalt
- Water Temp12-20° F
Popular lures for Sand Tiger Shark
Regulation for Sand Tiger Shark
- SeasonAlways open
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- Min sizeNo
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Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Prefers coastal areas, often near reefs, sandy bottoms, and shallow bays
- Commonly found near the shore but can also inhabit deeper waters
- Feeds primarily on small fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods
- Known to migrate seasonally, moving to warmer waters during colder months
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Females give birth to live young after a long gestation period
- Exhibits intrauterine cannibalism, where the strongest embryo consumes its siblings
- Juveniles are born fully developed and are immediately independent
- Adults often return to specific breeding grounds annually, with a strong preference for particular coastal areas