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11-11-2010, 05:00 PM
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Tiger Shark
Tiger sharks are named for the dark, vertical stripes found mainly on juveniles. As these sharks mature, the lines begin to fade and almost disappear. These large, blunt-nosed predators are second only to great whites in attacking people. But because they have a near completely undiscerning palate, they are not likely to swim away after biting a human, as great whites frequently do. They are consummate scavengers, with excellent senses of sight and smell and a nearly limitless menu of diet items. They have sharp, highly serrated teeth and powerful jaws that allow them to crack the shells of sea turtles and clams. The stomach contents of captured tiger sharks have included stingrays, sea snakes, seals, birds, squids, and even license plates and old tires. Tiger sharks are common in tropical and sub-tropical waters throughout the world. Large specimens can grow to as much as 20 to 25 feet (6 to 7.5 meters) in length and weigh more than 1,900lbs (900kg).  ·  ·  ·  ·  ·  · |
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11-12-2010, 05:27 PM
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Re: Tiger Shark
Not really. The last couple fatalities have been blamed on White's, although aren't they always? I'm a big fan of White sharks. They cop an unfair whack from every ignorant a-hole around. There was a gal taken a couple years back by a Bull shark. Now THOSE are the ones to be worried about. |
