Sharks! / Tiburones!

Sharks are one of the most beautiful and mysterious animals on Earth. They are also one of the misunderstood. Read more to find out why.

By: Sindy McKay

Discovery Questions

Do some research to discover what the five species of river sharks are, where they live, what they eat, and how long they live.
All sharks are carnivores, but not all sharks eat the same thing. Pick three different species of sharks. Make a chart of where they live, and what they eat. Share your chart with an adult and friends.
There are thousands of sharks that are caught in fishing nets each year. These sharks always die, as they must keep swimming to be able to breathe. What can we do to help prevent these sharks from being killed by mistake? Talk about it with an adult friend.
Do some research and see why the megalodon shark became extinct. Share what you learn with an adult.

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