Safety note: A stocky, aggressive shark considered potentially dangerous, especially in shallow murky water. Give it a wide berth.
Unique among sharks for its tolerance of fresh water, the bull shark swims far up rivers and into lakes. Its habit of hunting in shallow nearshore water puts it among the species most often involved in incidents with people.
Habitat
Shallow coastal seas, estuaries, and rivers; ventures far into fresh water.
Diet
Fish, rays, smaller sharks, sea turtles, and crustaceans.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Bull Shark
The best time to see a Bull Shark is March–August, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 400 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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