Common name : Sawtooth shark
Family : Carcharhinidae
Native to : Temperate and tropical oceans worldwide
Interesting fact : Requiem sharks are the second largest group of sharks and are highly dangerous to humans.
Conservation status : Near Threatened
Requiem sharks are migratory sharks found in warm coastal waters and coral reefs. They are 3-18 feet long, grey or brown with round eyes, have blade-like teeth with single cusps and five gill slits. These strong swimmers feed on sharks, rays, squid, octopuses, lobsters, turtles, mammals and sea birds. The young ones are born fully developed. Lifespan is 8-20 years.
