Did you knowDid you knowThe tiger shark is a species of requiem shark and the only extant member of the genus Galeocerdo.
It is a large macropredator,
capable of attaining a length over 5 m.
Populations are found in many tropical and temperate waters,
especially around central Pacific islands.
Tiger sharks are common in tropical and sub-tropical waters throughout the world.
Large specimens can grow to as much as 20 to 25 feet in length and weigh more than 1,900 pounds.
Habitat. The tiger shark is often found in tropical and warm temperate waters. It inhabits both oceanic waters (up to 140 m) as well as shallow coastal waters. They seem to prefer turbid coastal areas where fresh water runoff occurs as different prey species may congregate to feed in these areas.
Adult tiger sharks have no natural predators,
though juveniles may be eaten by other sharks,
including adult tiger sharks.
Tiger Sharks have the gestation period from 14 to 16 months. A female Tiger Shark reproduces once after every 3 years and gives birth 10 to 80 pups at a time. The newborn pups have 20 to 30 inches (51 to 76 cm) body length. The exact lifespan of Tiger Sharks is unknown, however, they live for more than 12 years.