Bull shark

Carcharhinus leucas

Heavy-bodied coastal shark, the star of Fiji's regulated Beqa Lagoon dives.

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The Bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) is a marine species divers can encounter. Typical size: 200–260 cm. Usually seen at 5–30 m depth. Where to see it: Aliwal Shoal.

Summarised from DIVE-SEEK's recorded catalogue data; omitted values are not yet recorded.

Taxonomic rank

species

Typical size

200–260 cm (total_length)

Maximum size

340 cm

Typical depth

5–30 m

Maximum depth

150 m

Conservation status

Research in progress

Photography difficulty

2 /5

Activity pattern

Diurnal and nocturnal.

Description

Tolerates fresh water and enters rivers. Individually identified by Fijian operators at long-running feed sites. Conservation status not populated pending a verified Red List reading.

Habitat

Coastal reefs, estuaries, river mouths, occasionally fresh water.

Behaviour

Bold, close-passing on baited dives; otherwise cautious.

Diet

Fish, rays, smaller sharks and turtles.

Social behaviour

Solitary, aggregating where food is predictable.

Photography notes

Predictable close passes at feed sites. Wide angle, fast shutter, watch for other divers in frame.

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Destinations

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Aliwal Shoal

South Africa

Encounter likelihood: Research in progress

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