Fish Stereotypes - Sharks - 5 - Page 1

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Sharks are a group of fish characterized by a cartilaginous skeleton, five to seven gill slits on the sides of the head, and pectoral fins that are not fused to the head. Well-known species such as the great white shark, tiger shark, blue shark, mako shark, and the hammerhead shark are apex predators/organisms at the top of their underwater food chain. Many shark populations are threatened by human activities. ago.

Contrary to popular belief, only a few sharks are dangerous to humans. Out of more than 360 species, only four have been involved in a significant number of fatal, unprovoked attacks on humans: the great white, oceanic whitetip, tiger, and bull sharks. These sharks are large, powerful predators, and may sometimes attack and kill people. Despite being responsible for attacks on humans they have all been filmed without using a protective cage