Sharks are some of the most powerful and misunderstood creatures in the ocean. With over 500 species, from the tiny dwarf lantern shark to the massive whale shark, these ancient fish have been roaming the seas for over 400 million years—long before dinosaurs appeared!
Equipped with razor-sharp teeth, super-sensitive noses, and lightning-fast reflexes, sharks are built for hunting. But not all sharks are fierce predators—some, like the whale shark and basking shark, are gentle giants that filter-feed on plankton.
Fun Fact
Sharks can detect a single drop of blood in the ocean from up to a quarter-mile away—thanks to their incredible sense of smell and special sensory organs called ampullae of Lorenzini.
