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Sharks: The Most Fascinating Fish

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Drew Richardson
15 July, 2022

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Malaysia - Whale Shark - Underwater

Is a Shark a Mammal? Answers to the Most Googled Questions About Sharks

We answer some of the most asked questions about sharks. How many types of sharks are there? Is a shark a mammal? Read on for some fun facts.

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12 Fascinating Hammerhead Shark Facts

Fun facts about hammerhead sharks including: what they eat (one type is omnivorous) and how they see in front of them.
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What Top Women Shark Scientists Want You To Know About Sharks

Learn what top women and non-binary shark scientists want you to know about the sharks they study and some of their favorite facts about them.
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How to Overcome a Fear of Sharks

Follow these steps to overcome your fear of sharks - so you can learn to scuba dive or freedive with these incredible ocean animals.

Shark Myths Debunked

From the mighty bull shark to the glorious great white, divers are fascinated with sharks.

Sharks: 18 Everyday Things That Are More Dangerous

Sharks are amazing creatures with bad reputations. In reality, they are only responsible for an average of ten fatalities per year worldwide.
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