Shark Biology
In this section we go back in time to unearth the origins of sharks. We'll explore how all sharks are related through the science of taxonomy. We’ll learn all about their anatomy and super senses. And we’ll see how they’re perfectly suited their environment.
You’ll be left in no doubt that sharks are among the most impressive and formidable predators on the planet!
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Shark Reproduction
Sharks invest a lot of energy into producing a few, well-developed young. There are 3 main methods of reproduction: oviparity (egg-laying), ovoviviparity and vivparity (live birth).
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Shark Evolution
Most scientists believe that sharks came into existence around 400 million years ago. That's 200 million years before the dinosaurs! Find out more about the history of sharks...
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Shark Taxonomy
Taxonomy is a field of science that involves classifying and naming species. It's integral to wildlife conservation, providing the bedrock for our understanding of sharks.
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Chimaera
Also known as ghost sharks. Chimaera are closely related to sharks, skates and rays. But they diverged from their shark relatives around 400 million years ago.
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Male & Female Sharks
How do you tell the difference between a male and female shark? Click here to find out about physical and behavioural differences, as well as shark courtship...
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Tonic Immobility
Tonic immobility is a reflex that causes a temporary state of inactivity in an animal. Similar to hypnosis. It occurs in a variety of different species, including many sharks and rays...
