Shark Quiz

How long can whale sharks grow to be?

• 20 feet long

• 40 feet long

• 60 feet long

• 80 feet long

What is the estimated weight of a whale shark?

• 5 tons

• 10 tons

• 15 tons

• 20 tons

How many rows of teeth can the jaws of a great white shark hold?

• Up to 3 rows

• Up to 5 rows

• Up to 7 rows

• Up to 9 rows

What is unique about the skeleton of sharks compared to other fish?

• It is made of bone

• It is made of cartilage

• It is made of steel

• It is made of wood

How many shark species are at risk of extinction due to shark fin trade?

• At least 34 shark species

• At least 54 shark species

• At least 74 shark species

• At least 94 shark species

What is the gestation period for most live-bearing shark species?

• Around six months

• Around one year

• Around two years

• Around three years

Sharks may lay eggs or bear live young, with most sharks giving birth to live young, called pups, which gestate for around one year before birth. How long is the gestation period for shark pups?

Which shark is known to be the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 46 miles per hour?

• Great White Shark

• Hammerhead Shark

• Mako Shark

• Tiger Shark

How does having a skeleton made of cartilage make sharks lighter and more agile in the water?

How many teeth can some shark species shed throughout their lives?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

• 40,000