Species Sharks & RaysBull Shark

Bull Shark

Carcharhinus leucas

UncommonShark & Ray
Illustration of Bull Shark (Carcharhinus leucas)
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

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