White Shark (IMAGE)

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

White Shark

Caption

White sharks are considered vulnerable worldwide. Since individuals are slow growing and mature late, white shark populations could be even more sensitive to fishing, environmental and other pressures.

Credit

Greg Skomal, MA Marine Fisheries

Usage Restrictions

With proper credit in a piece featuring this research

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.