Sharks are incredible, deadly predators. They can detect chemicals from hundreds of meters away in small quantities, sense the electrical discharge from living beings, and have insanely powerful bites. Fortunately, shark attacks are very uncommon.
About the Author
A-Z Animals Staff
AZ Animals is a growing team of animals experts, researchers, farmers, conservationists, writers, editors, and -- of course -- pet owners who have come together to help you better understand the animal kingdom and how we interact.
Thank you for reading! Have some feedback for us?
Contact the AZ Animals editorial team
Thank you for your feedback!
We appreciate your help in improving our content.
Our editorial team will review your suggestions and make any necessary updates.
There was an error submitting your feedback. Please try again.
Related Articles You May Find Interesting
Articles
The Mammal That Hunts with Electricity Instead of Eyesight
Articles
How a Nuclear Power Plant and Local Action Created the World’s Unlikeliest Shark Nursery
Articles
Do Dogs Really Have a “Sixth Sense”?
Blog
The Most Effective Bodyguards of the Animal Kingdom
Articles
How Eye Placement Determines Whether an Animal Hunts or Hides
Articles
Inside the Chaos of July Bat Pups Taking Flight
Blog
Want to Avoid Rattlesnakes? These Are the Only States Without Them
Blog
These Animals Are Nature’s Pharmacists
Blog
11 Apex Predators So Fearsome Almost Nothing Dares Hunt Them
Blog
Animals That Could Help Cure Diseases
Articles
Shark Week 2026: K-Pop, Ancient Attacks, and Record Dives
Articles