Blue Shark

Prionace glauca

Occurring in

East Africa and India
Mediterranean
North Atlantic
Northern Pacific
South Atlantic
South Indian Ocean
Tropical East Pacific
Pacific west

0-1200m

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Endangered

The Blue Shark is very slender and one of the fastest pelagic sharks. It covers large migratory distances. Its long pectoral fins are typical for the species.

Habitat

Open Sea

Special Features

The Blue Shark is very slender and one of the fastest pelagic sharks. It covers large migratory distances. Its long pectoral fins are typical for the species.

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Appearance

Slender body, long pointed snout, intense blue upper side, and light underside.

Natural Enemies

Larger sharks, orcas

Dangerous/Poisons

Can potentially be dangerous but is usually not aggressive. Not poisonous.

Pro Tips

Blue sharks often follow food sources such as schools of fish. They are curious and sometimes approach boats. They are particularly often caught as bycatch in commercial fishing.

Text: Dive Dict