Great white shark
The great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) is a carnivorous fish native to Oceania and North America.
- Scientific name
- Carcharodon carcharias
- Class
- Fish
- Family / order
- Lamnidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Marine
- Found in
- Oceania, North America
- Weight
- 1.9 tonnes
- Lifespan
- 50 years
- Conservation status
- Vulnerable
What does a great white shark eat?
The great white shark is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a great white shark?
The great white shark weighs around 1.9 tonnes.
How long do great white sharks live?
In the wild, the great white shark can live up to about 50 years.
Where do great white sharks live?
Great white sharks are found in Oceania and North America, in marine habitats.
Is the great white shark endangered?
The great white shark is currently listed as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List.