Bull shark
Carcharhinus leucas
VulnerablePhoto: Pterantula · CC BY 2.5
Fishcarnivore
The bull shark is a tough fish that thrives in warm, shallow waters near coasts and even swims up rivers. Known for its bold behavior, it’s one of the few sharks that can handle both saltwater and freshwater. This adaptability makes it a common sight in estuaries and river mouths around the world.
- Bull sharks can swim in both saltwater and freshwater.
- They are often found in estuaries and lower river reaches.
- Their aggressive nature has led to shark-culling efforts near beaches.
OceanFreshwaterWetlandWorldwide
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- Classification
- Fish
- Scientific name
- Carcharhinus leucas
- Habitat
- Ocean, Freshwater, Wetland
- Regions in this directory
- Worldwide
- Diet
- carnivore
- Relative size
- large
- IUCN Red List
- Vulnerable (VU)