Tiger Shark is a fish that usually lives in tropical coastal waters. It has a smooth skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore. These fishs usually live 30-40 years. Tiger Shark which scientific name is galeocerdo cuvier is 3.25-4.25m (10.7-14ft). The maximum speed it can reach is 32km/h (20mph). The average weight is 385-635kg (850-1,400lbs).
Facts about tiger sharks
Name | Tiger Shark |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Top Speed | 32km/h (20mph) |
Weight | 385-635kg (850-1,400lbs) |
Colour | Grey, brown, black, white |
Scientific Name | Galeocerdo cuvier |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Type | Fish |
Diet | Carnivore |
Main Prey | Squid, fish, turtles |
Family | Carcharhinidae |
Skin Type | Smooth |
Habitat | Tropical coastal waters |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Life Span | 30-40 years |
Average Litter Size | 35 |
Genus | Galeocerdo |
Predators | Human |
Size | 3.25-4.25m (10.7-14ft) |
Class | Chondrichthyes |
Order | Carcharhiniformes |
Phylum | Chordata |