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How Great White Sharks Work
People are so fascinated with this fierce, fast ocean predator that they've lowered themselves into steel cages to observe it up close. What's so interesting about great whites?
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Happy Shark Week!
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10 Most Dangerous Places for Shark Attacks
You've heard the stat. You're more likely to be struck by lightning than be attacked by a shark. Still, wouldn't it be nice to know that your next aquatic destination doesn't fall on this list?
Why do people collect shark teeth?
Sharks can have up to 15 rows of teeth growing behind their front row of chompers, so it's no surprise that shark teeth litter beaches. But why do people collect them?
What Lurks Beneath ...
Take a deeper dive into salty waters to learn more about fish species, sharks and other sea life.
Can you survive a shark attack by gouging out its eyes?
A shark is coming at you. It opens its mouth wide, baring teeth. Will you be able to reach around and poke it in the eyes without losing an arm?
How Whale Sharks Work
The biggest shark in the world is longer than a school bus. And taking people to sea to swim with these giants has become a big industry.
Can wearing magnets really repel sharks?
Sharks scare us to death. What scares them? Magnets. Find out why.
How are shark pups born?
You think you and your siblings don't get along? Try being a shark. You might not even make it out of the womb without your brother or sister eating you.
What causes a shark feeding frenzy?
The lure of a free meal is enough to get most of us moving and maybe even throwing an elbow or two as we battle for the last slice of pizza. But compared to sharks, our feeding frenzies are tame.
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Shark Week Cam
If Shark Week on Discovery Channel just isn't enough, tune in to the Shark Cam, live from the Georgia Aquarium's Ocean Voyager exhibit.
Quiz
What do you know about great white sharks?
They are the most notorious species of shark, boasting 3,000 jagged teeth and a bite that kills. Yet some scientists say our fear of great white sharks is irrational, the product of a bad reputation they believe is inaccurate. See how much you know with this quiz.
