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Porbeagle

Lamna nasus

Porbeagle (Lamna nasus)Vulnerable
Fishcarnivore

The porbeagle is a sturdy, fast-swimming shark that patrols chilly waters across the North Atlantic and Southern Hemisphere. Recognizable by its pointed snout and a white patch behind its first dorsal fin, this shark shares family ties with the great white. It's built like a torpedo—wide in the middle but sleek at both ends.

  • Grows up to 8.2 feet long and weighs as much as 298 pounds.
  • Tail has two pairs of ridges for better swimming control.
  • Teeth have three sharp points, perfect for gripping slippery prey.
OceanNorth AmericaEuropeAntarctica
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At a glance

Classification
Fish
Scientific name
Lamna nasus
Habitat
Ocean
Regions in this directory
North America, Europe, Antarctica
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
large
IUCN Red List
Vulnerable (VU)
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