How to Spot a Bull Shark

Bull Sharks are a common shark that can be found worldwide. It is distinctive from other sharks, however, and can be fairly easy to spot. However, you probably never want to get close enough to one to be able to identify it! If you do want to know how to spot a Bull Shark, though, here's how to do it.

Difficulty:

Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Understand the Bull Shark's range and habitat. Bull Sharks are found worldwide in both subtropical and tropical waters. In addition, Bull Sharks can live in both freshwater and saltwater. They are typically found in waters that are between 3 and 30 meters deep.

2. Take note of the size and overall appearance of the Bull Shark. These sharks are wider than other sharks with a similar length. This width gives the Bull Shark a stout or barrel shaped appearance. Adult female Bull Sharks can be up to 3.5 meters in length and 318 kg in weight. Adult male Bull Sharks can be up to 2.1 meters in length and 90 kg in weight.

3. Observe the Bull Shark's physical features. This type of shark has a wide, rounded nose. They also have a very heavy and wide head. Bull Sharks have two dorsal fins. The second dorsal fin is smaller than the first dorsal fin. In Juvenile Bull Sharks, these dorsal fins usually have dark edges. Bull Sharks also have small eyes and saw shaped teeth.

4. Look at the Bull Shark's coloring. Bull Sharks have gray upperparts and white underparts.

5. Pay attention to the behavior patterns of the Bull Shark. This particular shark can be aggressive to other creatures, including humans. They are typically solitary hunters and are usually not migratory. However, some Bull Sharks have been known to migrate great distances.