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Whale sharks are the world’s biggest omnivores, scientists discover
By Ben Turner last updated
The discovery, made from analyzing whale shark skin samples, could mean that they’re more vulnerable to swallowing plastics.
Sharks are older than the dinosaurs. What's the secret to their success?
By Conor Feehly last updated
Sharks are older than dinosaurs and even trees. What's the secret to their long evolutionary success?
Stupendous sharks: The largest, smallest and strangest sharks in the world
By Stephanie Pappas last updated
From the smallest shark to the largest, from the fastest swimmers to the deepest divers, these sharks have impressive abilities.
NYC beaches briefly closed for swimming after 'multiple' shark sightings
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
It's New York State Park policy to suspend swimming following a shark sighting.
Dead baby shark that washed up on UK beach was likely aborted by its mother
By Harry Baker last updated
A dead baby thresher shark that washed up on a beach in the U.K. might have been aborted by its mother. Analysis of the juvenile's remains revealed that it had not fully developed.
A 1,000-pound great white shark just spotted off coast of New Jersey
By Elizabeth Howell last updated
The predatory fish, nicknamed 'Ironbound', is on his way north to Canada.
Secret great white shark social club discovered off Mexican coast
By Brandon Specktor last updated
Scientists tagged six great white sharks near Mexico's Guadalupe Island to monitor their social interactions. It turns out sharks love to hang out with their buddies.
Biggest sharks in the world
By Patrick Pester last updated
Giant sharks have been lurking in the ocean for millions of years. Here are eight of the biggest sharks from the past and present.
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