Sharks
Tiger Shark
Galeocerdo cuvier
SaltwaterCarcharhinidaeNear Threatened
About
Tiger sharks are large, nomadic predators known for their distinctive dark stripes (more prominent in juveniles) and indiscriminate feeding habits. They are opportunistic hunters, consuming a wide variety of prey and are often found in coastal waters.
- Average size
- 10-14 feet, up to 18 feet; 850-1400 lbs
- Colors
- Gray or bluish-gray dorsally, white or pale yellow ventrally, with dark stripes or spots
- Diet
- Highly varied; includes fish, crustaceans, sea turtles, marine mammals, seabirds, snakes, and carrion. Known to consume non-food items as well.
- Region
- Primarily found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide, including the Atlantic coast from Massachusetts to Florida, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Pacific coast around Hawaii and Southern California.