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Tiger Sharks are omnivores with keen senses for detecting electricity. For this reason, they are recognized across the globe as avid scavengers who have been spotted eating garbage. That's not all, here are some other mindblowing facts you should know about the Tiger Sharks.
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Learn fascinating information about these magnificent creatures
1 SIZE On average, Tiger Sharks range between 10-14 feet long and weigh 1,400 pounds. However, they can grow up to 18 feet and weigh in at 2000 pounds at their heaviest.
2 HABITAT Tiger Sharks can be found all over the world in tropical and temperate waters except for the Mediterranean Sea. They prefer both the open sea and shallow coastal areas.
3 DIET AND PREDATORS An interesting aspect about Tiger Sharks is that they are omnivores with keen senses for detecting electricity. For this reason, they are recognized across the globe as avid scavengers who have been spotted eating garbage.
4 COMMON MYTHS Contrary to what is shown in movies, Tiger sharks are not attracted to human blood. What happens is that they have a strong sense of smell
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