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Finally the top four of these fearsome marine mammals. Sharks are found in all oceans and seas of the world. While many live and feed in the depths of the sea, others hunt near the surface. Their dorsal fins frequently project above the water and bring alive the fears of JAWS.

4) Black Tip Shark: Its large pectoral fins are pointed with black tips. They are powerfull swimmers with a keen sense of smell. They are thought to be the culprit in most “hit and run” attacks on humans..

3) Tiger Shark: This solitary hunter has a extraordinary sense of smell. With its awesome sense of smell it can pick up the faintest trace of blood in the water and follow it to the source. The tiger shark has electro receptor that allow it to sense even the tiniest of movements in its prey. This makes it a good hunter in dark waters.
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2) Great White Shark: Earth’s largest ocean predator, the great white can grow to 36 feet and weigh 4,000 pound. Attacks by these mostly result in fatal injuries.
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1) Bull Shark
: They eat just about anything that moves; fish; sharks (favorite, baby sandbar sharks); dolphins; rays; mollusks; crustaceans; turtles; bird. Are most dangerous because they are found in Tropical waters and temperate waters, normally found along coastline in shallow waters and by inlets.

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