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Sharks

Tiger shark
Requin tigre

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 370 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is aggressive and may attack

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 700 cm
Maximum age known : 50 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - Turtles

Relationship with humans

The animal may inflict serious bites
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species is classified asVulnerable