Tiger shark

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Shark
gptkbp:adaptations adapted for hunting in open water
gptkbp:aquarium_trade common in public aquariums
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:body_shape streamlined body
gptkbp:breeding_behavior mating occurs in shallow waters
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
gptkbp:climate_impact sensitive to water temperature changes
gptkbp:color gray with dark stripes
gptkbp:coloration darker as they age
gptkbp:common_name sea tiger, man-eater
gptkbp:conservation_efforts marine protected areas
increased through media coverage
gptkbp:conservation_status Near Threatened
gptkbp:cuisine includes fish, seals, and sea turtles
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in folklore and media
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:ecological_role top predator in marine ecosystems
gptkbp:famous_person none specifically known
gptkbp:fins dorsal fin, pectoral fins, pelvic fins
gptkbp:fishing_impact overfishing affects populations
gptkbp:fishing_regulations regulated in many areas
longlining, gillnetting
gptkbp:fossil_record ancient relatives exist
gptkbp:geographic_distribution tropical and subtropical waters worldwide
gptkbp:habitat warm ocean waters
gptkbp:habitat_preference near reefs and estuaries
gptkbp:has_family gptkb:Carcharhinidae
gptkbp:has_pet about 2 feet at birth
gptkbp:has_skin rough and sandpaper-like
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Tiger shark
gptkbp:human_interaction can be dangerous
gptkbp:hunting_technique ambush predator
gptkbp:investigates difficult to study in the wild
gptkbp:known_for aggressive feeding behavior
gptkbp:length 10 to 14 feet
gptkbp:lifespan up to 12 years in the wild
gptkbp:migration seasonal migration patterns
gptkbp:mouth sharp and serrated
gptkbp:notable_case attacks on surfers and divers
gptkbp:notable_feature powerful jaws
gptkbp:predators larger sharks and orcas
gptkbp:public_perception often feared due to size and behavior
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:great_white_shark
gptkbp:reproduction ovoviviparous
gptkbp:research tagging and tracking
gptkbp:research_importance studied for ecological impact
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Galeocerdo_cuvier
gptkbp:senses excellent sense of smell
gptkbp:size females larger than males
gptkbp:social_structure often solitary
gptkbp:speed up to 20 mph
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships none known
gptkbp:threats overfishing, habitat loss
gptkbp:young called pups
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Shark
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4