Understanding what sharks eat, where they live, and the

different types of sharks.

Sharks

What do sharks eat? Most sharks are

carnivores, or meat eaters.

They eat fish, birds, and sea mammals like seals, and dolphins.

Where do sharks live?Sharks are fish

who live in the ocean.

Sharks have lived on earth since before the dinosaurs.

About Sharks:Sharks have

very sharp teeth and they loose them up to 7 times a year.

They have other 30,000 teeth in their life.

Sharks can’t stop swimming or they will sink.

Some sharks are scary and dangerous, but some are nice and gentle.

Different Types of Sharks:

Bull SharkThird most

dangerous to people.

Can swim in salt and fresh water.

Some can be found in the Mississippi river.

Great White SharkMore attacks on

people than any other type of shark.

Averages about 12 feet long and 3,000 pounds.

Largest recorded Great White is found in South Africa.

Hammerhead SharkThey are unlikely

to attack people.Their size ranges

from 10 to 20 feet.Their eyes and

nostrils are far apart, giving it a “hammerhead” look.

Their favorite food is stingrays.

Nurse Shark Lives at the bottom of

the ocean.They have whiskers on

their mouth that are used for touch and taste.

They hunt at night, and sleep during the day.

Most common shark fount in an aquarium.

As a class complete the chart!

My Shark Report!Have students fill out their own shark report using the information they have learning.