Marine researchers compare shark species across multiple traits to determine which ones dominate their ecosystems. The ranking evaluates speed, hunting technique, sensory ability, and environmental ...

When someone says "shark," the first images that come to mind for many people are rather typical – great whites, bull sharks and tiger sharks. But there are some species lurking beneath the sea that ...

That wouldn't be a bad answer. While shark attacks remain infrequent in Massachusetts waters, there are several different species of sharks living off the coast of Massachusetts, especially in the ...

Florida International University (FIU) scientists have finally identified a new species of hammerhead shark years after first collecting samples, but the shark's official discovery comes as its ...

The world's top wildlife trade organization increased protections on Friday for more than 70 species of sharks and rays, in a ...

A new study found several species in the shark genus Carcharhinus are at risk of extinction. If so, ecosystems could fall ...

After two separate shark attacks along Florida’s Panhandle on Friday resulted in three injuries, including two victims who were seriously wounded, many are now asking: How safe are Florida’s waters ...

Miami, Florida (CNN) — Diego Cardeñosa has loved sharks ever since he was a child. The Colombia native was never afraid of them when he visited his beloved beach. Instead, he was fascinated with how ...

North Carolina waters host at least 14 shark species, varying by region and season. Bull sharks cause most local bites due to size, aggression and fresh water access. Avoid shark encounters by ...

Research started more than two decades ago by Demian Chapman, now the director of Mote Marine Laboratory’s Center for Shark Research, led to the discovery of a new species of hammerhead shark since ...

Shark conservation has been boosted by a new international trade ban that offers greater protection for 70 species of sharks and rays.Restrictions on shark and ray fishing were announced at a major ...

An endangered shark was found dead on a beach in Rhode Island this week, sparking questions about what led to its sudden demise. The shark, later identified to be a porbeagle, was found by beachgoer ...