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    Sharks are cartilaginous fish that have lived on Earth for over 300 million years, with over 300 existing species that live globally in oceans, though some prefer colder or deeper waters. They range dramatically in size from the largest fish, the whale shark, at 50 feet long, down to the dwarf lantern shark at just 7.5 inches. Sharks have distinctive features like pointed snouts, triangular teeth that grow continuously, tough skin with toothlike scales, and muscular tails.

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    Sharks are cartilaginous fish that have lived on Earth for over 300 million years, with over 300 existing species that live globally in oceans, though some prefer colder or deeper waters. They range dramatically in size from the largest fish, the whale shark, at 50 feet long, down to the dwarf lantern shark at just 7.5 inches. Sharks have distinctive features like pointed snouts, triangular teeth that grow continuously, tough skin with toothlike scales, and muscular tails.

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    Sharks are cartilaginous fish that have lived on Earth for over 300 million years, with over 300 existing species that live globally in oceans, though some prefer colder or deeper waters. They range dramatically in size from the largest fish, the whale shark, at 50 feet long, down to the dwarf lantern shark at just 7.5 inches. Sharks have distinctive features like pointed snouts, triangular teeth that grow continuously, tough skin with toothlike scales, and muscular tails.

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    Sharks are fast-swimming fishes that have a skeleton made of cartilage instead of bone.

    (Cartilage is
    an elastic tissue that is created before bone begins to form.) They are related to rays. Sharks are
    among the oldest animals on Earth. The first sharks lived more than 300 million years ago. Today
    there are more than 300 species, or types, of shark.

    Where Sharks Live

    Most sharks live in oceans in the mild or warm parts of Earth. But the Greenland shark lives in the
    cold Arctic waters. Sand sharks spend most of their time at the bottom of shallow water. The
    Portuguese shark lives in the deepest parts of the ocean.

    Physical Features

    The whale shark is the largest living fish. It can reach about 50 feet (15 meters) long and weigh
    nearly 20 tons. The smallest shark is the dwarf lantern shark, which is only about 7.5 inches (19
    centimeters) long.

    Most sharks have a pointed snout that extends forward over the mouth. However, hammerhead
    sharks have a wide, flat head. A shark’s teeth are sharp and triangular and grow throughout its life.
    Only a few species, including the white shark, the tiger shark, and mako sharks, have very large
    teeth. Sharks have a muscular, upturned tail and pointed fins.

    Sharks normally have tough, gray skin with toothlike scales. They also may be cream, yellow, brown,
    bronze, blue, or nearly black in color. They often are patterned with spots, bands, or marbling.

    Behavior

    Sharks use their sharp sense of smell to find food. They may eat plankton, shellfish, sea turtles,
    fishes, seals, porpoises, squid, or whales. Sharks circle their prey and frequently approach from
    below. When excited by the smell of blood, sharks may have a “feeding frenzy.” This means that
    they attack any object within reach and feed rapidly.

    Sharks swim constantly to keep from sinking. They are known for their speed in the water. Most
    species can swim 20–30 miles (32–48 kilometers) per hour. But the speed of mako sharks has been
    recorded at more than 60 miles (97 kilometers) per hour.

    Most sharks live by themselves. But a few, such as the spiny dogfish shark, form schools, or groups.

    Reproduction

    Sharks reproduce in one of three ways. In some types the female gives birth to live young. In other
    types the young hatch from eggs inside the female’s body and then are born. In still other types the
    female lays rectangular, leathery eggs that become attached to rocks or seaweed. The young hatch
    days or weeks later. Female sharks may have from two to about 20 young at a time.

    Sharks and Humans

    People eat the meat of some sharks, including thresher and mako sharks. Only some species—
    including the white shark and the tiger shark—are considered dangerous to humans. When these
    sharks are hungry, disturbed, or defending their territory, they may attack humans. Even the
    movement and noises of swimmers can cause some sharks to attack. However, shark attacks are
    rare.
    Island Pulau
    Abundant / abanden Berlimpah
    Misfortune Kemalangan
    Terror ancaman
    Tribe Suku
    Legend Legenda
    Accustom Membiasakan, menyesuaikan
    Resign Berhenti,selesai, menyerah
    Peckish Lapar
    Edge Tepi
    Cliff Jurang, tebing curam, karang
    Anticipation Menunggu, menanti, mengharap
    Enormous Besar sekali
    Witch Penyihir
    Taunt Mengejek
    Abandon /abenden Mengabaikan, meninggalkan
    Dint Jejak (noun)
    Repetition Pengulangan
    Famine Wanita
    Despair / dispair Putus asa

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