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Tiger shark
Galeocerdo cuvier
Large striped shark with an unmistakable blunt head and broad jaw.
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Quick facts
The Tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) is a marine species divers can encounter. Typical size: 300–420 cm. Usually seen at 5–30 m depth. Where to see it: Malapascua, Aliwal Shoal (November–April), Cocos Island and Great Barrier Reef.
Summarised from DIVE-SEEK's recorded catalogue data; omitted values are not yet recorded.
Taxonomic rank
species
Typical size
300–420 cm (total_length)
Maximum size
550 cm
Typical depth
5–30 m
Maximum depth
350 m
Conservation status
Research in progress
Photography difficulty
2 /5
Activity pattern
Nocturnal and crepuscular peaks, seen by day at feed sites.
Description
Encounters at most benchmark destinations are baited-dive dependent; the ethics note belongs on the destination link, not this record. Conservation status not populated pending a verified Red List reading.
Habitat
Coastal and oceanic, from shallow sand flats to open water.
Behaviour
Slow, deliberate circling; investigative rather than fast.
Diet
Extremely broad: turtles, rays, fish, seabirds, carrion.
Social behaviour
Solitary.
Photography notes
Shallow sand and bright light make this one of the most photogenic large sharks. Wide angle, low angle, no crop needed.
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