General Knowledge
What is a shark?
fish, cold-blooded, live in the ocean, cousins to stingrays, predators, and more!
How many bones do sharks and rays have?
0!
What is the defence mechanism of a stingray?
Barbs!
Why are sharks and rays important?
managers of the reef- help regulate populations and biodiversity
What is one species of shark that can be found in the Cayman Islands?
Nurse Shark, Caribbean Reef Shark, Hammerhead, etc.
What does shark skin feel like?
Rough like sandpaper! They have tooth-like scales that cover their body called dermal denticles.
What is one danger to sharks?
Overfishing, climate change, shark fin soup, predators, limited marine protected areas, etc.
What does it mean when a shark is spotted on the reef?
It is a healthy ecosystem!
What is the largest shark species still alive today?
Whale shark! up to 46 feet
What is your favourite fact about shark teeth?
What is one rumour you've heard about sharks?
Sharks are man-eating predators, Sharks come after human blood, Sharks are very dangerous, etc.
Name two types of animals, other than fish, sharks feed on.
krill, shrimp, sea lions, etc.
How do sharks and rays find their food?
With a sixth sense that allows sharks and rays to sense the electric pulses of prey hiding beneath the sand, called electro-reception
Why do sharks and rays have cartilage skeletons instead of bone?
Cartilage is lighter and more flexible, allowing sharks and rays to swim and dive easier
Sometimes sharks get caught in fishing nets. Why can that be harmful?
Some shark species need to continue swimming to breathe.
What can you do to protect sharks?
Educate others, eat seafood responsibly, don't fish for sharks, don't litter, etc.