Fishing for Sand tiger shark

Carcharias taurus
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The sand tiger shark is a large, robust shark with a distinctive flattened snout and long, sharp teeth. Typically measuring 78-120 inches and weighing 200-350 pounds, it inhabits coastal waters and oceanic reefs. Its diet consists of bony fish, crustaceans, and squid. Known for its slow, deliberate movements, it is generally non-aggressive towards humans. This summary is AI generated

andre_southafrica, Fishbrain angler since 2017

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

7 ft - 8 ft

IUCN Status

Critically endangered

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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