Tiburones

High school (ages 12+)
Animals & Nature

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/tiburones

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1. How big is Tiburones?From approximately 0.2 meters (Dwarf Lanternshark) to over 18 meters (Whale Shark)
2. What is the scientific name?Selachimorpha
3. What is the maximum lifespan?Exceeding 250 years (Greenland Shark), with many species living for decades
4. What makes tiburones different from other fish?Tiburones have a skeleton made of cartilage instead of bone, which makes them lighter and more flexible. Their skin has tiny tooth-like scales that help them glide smoothly and protect against parasites. These features help them swim fast and save energy.
5. Why do tiburones have such strong senses?Their noses can detect tiny amounts of blood from far away, and special sensors on their heads can feel the weak electric fields made by other animals. These senses let them find food even when they can't see well.

Elasmobranchii: A subclass of cartilaginous fish that includes sharks, rays, and skates.
Dermal Denticles: Tooth-like scales covering shark skin, providing hydrodynamic efficiency and protection.
Ampullae of Lorenzini: Specialized pores on a shark's snout that detect electrical fields generated by prey.