Lamnidae

Distribution: The alligator snapping turtle (Macrochelys temminckii) is found from northern Florida to southern Georgia and through the Gulf states into Texas (Nichols, M. 2007). It can also be found in more northern areas such as Kansas, Illinois, and Indiana; there have also been sighting as far west as California and Arizona. The alligator snapping turtle is confined to river systems in the United States that drain into the Gulf of Mexico (Clarke 1981). The most common sightings include the…

Have you ever wondered what the scariest shark is? I know i have. Well the scariest looking shark i know is the basking shark. The basking shark has a huge mouth and will eat you if you mess with it. These animals don't have a regular nutrient cycle they just eat what they really can. There natural biome is really anywhere because sharks are very good at adapting to new situations and environments which is why they have survived in the water for millions of years.The habitat of a shark depends…

The ocean is known as the lifeblood of the earth covering more than seventy percent of the planet’s surface with only five percent that has actually been explored. With that being said do you ever wonder how many shark species lurk in the water? It is known that they’re around four hundred and forty known species of sharks around but the basking and the goblin shark is two interesting ones that have been found. The Basking shark is seen all throughout the world they stay in warm waters close…

Shark bay research A bit about shark bay: Shark bay lies on the extreme western coast of Australia between 24 and 27 degrees south of the equator. Shark Bay comprises two large, shallow embayment, numerous islands and a coastline, which is 1500km long. Part 1: Ecosystem description a) Shark bay is a heavily marine based environment that covers 2.2 million hectares and has a coastline of more than 1,500 km long. Shark bay has a very diverse ecosystem but is mostly steered by aquatic abiotic…

The Great white sharks known as the Carcharodon carcharias, is one of the most known species of shark. Great white sharks are ferocious predators of shark that have been roaming the ocean for about 400 million years. They have earned the nickname of kings of the ocean.The Great White has adapted through changes in its’ structure, organ systems, environment, and the animals it eats; no wonder why Great White Sharks outlasted the dinosaurs and still are around today. The Great White Shark is…

Shark Research Paper Do you take the time to research sharks? If you did you would learn some interesting things about these creatures. Ocearch tagged many sharks, like Crystal, so society could learn about different sharks. If people knew that a shark could benefit them, they would probably help protect them. Sharks such as Tiger sharks, are amazing creatures, and have many interesting features. For example, tiger sharks eat a variety of foods. For instance, they are like garbage…

Dumbo Octopus-Grimpoteuthis Found in the deep sea pelagic zone these octopi propel themselves upward with ear-like fins. These creatures use their arms or tentacles to move in different directions. They prey on various crustaceans for food. Oceanic Whitetip Shark- Carcharhinus longimanus Found in the pelagic zone, these dominate feeding frenzy sharks are aggressive predators towards various fish and shipwrecks. They are commonly found accompanied by the pilot fish. They are endangered by…

The great white shark is thought to be the most frightening animal on Earth. However, after researching them, it seems that we perceive them to be much more fearsome then they really are. Some explorers have even went free-diving with these so-called “man-eaters,” trying to prove that these sharks are not actually predators of mankind. As time goes on, their fatal image is beginning to fade and possibly people will begin to understand that the harm they are causing is unintentional. The…

White Shark, It is difficult to overestimate the reputation of the great and majestic white shark. One of the great predators of the ocean is the shark more easily identifiable in the world thanks to its distinctive and beautiful coloring black eyes and ferocious teeth and jaw which for decades have graced many magazine covers. The white shark is one of the most widely distributed sharks have thanks to its unusual ability to maintain their body temperature higher than the surrounding environment…

What is the one of the most feared animals to roam the deep wide oceans? In case you did not know, the answer to that, it is the Great White Shark. Not only are they the most feared but they are also the most dangerous if mad. They can grow up to 20 ft long and weigh 5000 lbs. Their torpedo shaped bodies and very strong and powerful tails help this animal to reach up to almost 15 mph; which is very fast considering how heavy they are. If they were to lose their tail and stop swimming they would…