Sandtiger Sharks

Sandtiger Sharks

A typical Sandtiger Shark is around 3.2 m long. 

Sandtiger Sharks are not closely related to   They belong to differTiger Shark.ent order, and are more closely related to Makos and Great White Shark.

Sandtiger Sharks don't have stripes- they have brownish spots instead. They are called Sandtiger Sharks because they swim over the sandy seabed, and because of their large teeth.

Sharks often circle their prey before closing in for the kill.

Sandtiger Sharks are not very dangerous to humans.

The diet of Sandtiger Shark is mainly fish and sometimes they kill and eat bigger animals such as Sealions.

When hunting, Sandtiger Sharks sometimes work in groups, surfrounding a shoal of fish and feeding on them together, in a 'feeding frenzy'.

Sandtiger Sharks are popular in aquariums, as they look exciting and survive well in activity.

"Sandtiger sharks can hold air in their stomachs so they can stay afloat without moving".