WATERY WEDNESDAY # 41

WATERY WEDNESDAY# 41

We’re taking the submarine today, because we’re off in search of one the ocean’s top predators. There’s plenty of room everyone, so hop in and let’s see if we can find this fish with a mammal’s name! You ready?

MEET THE TIGER SHARK!

   Range/Habitat: Tropical-sub tropical oceans worldwide/ coastal-

open waters

   Diet: Carnivore: fish, invertebrates, mammals, birds

   Length/Weight: 18-25 ft/ 1,900 lbs plus

   Conservation Status: near threatened

Fun Facts:

• Tiger sharks are considered to be an aggressive shark.
• Tiger sharks have stripes that may disappear when they are adults.
• They are nocturnal hunters.
• Tiger sharks have large tails used for speed!
• They have large blunt heads.
• Tiger sharks are known to go into brackish water (a mix of fresh and salt water) habitats, such as estuaries and river mouths.
• They are known to eat almost eat anything.

We sure are glad we have the sub to watch these mighty predators. People are always so afraid of sharks, but they really aren’t terrible animals. Sharks are beautiful & powerful animals. They’re a very very important part of the ocean ecosystem, so let’s keep them there!