Choose your destination.   '99 '00 '01 '02 '03 January   x x x x February x x x x x March x x X x x April x x x x x May x x x x x June x x x x   July x x x x   August x x x x   September x x x x   October x x x x   November x x x x   December x x x x   Greenland Shark Scientifically: Somniosus microcephalus. What To Look For: A very large, sluggish, heavybodied shark that shows no resistance when caught. The snout is short and roundd and the dorsal fins are relatively small and spineless. An abundant species in shallow estuaries during colder months, it moves to deeper water as the temerature increases. It lives on the sea floor, to depths of 1200 m. This shark is also known as Sleeper Shark. Size: Males to 3,5 m; females to 7,5 m. Distribution: Northern Atlantic and Artic, but some records from the southern oceans. Food: Although slow-moving it can capture large and active bony fish, seals and small whales. It also feeds on carrion and offal from whaling stations. Breeding: Live-bearer, with up to 10 young per litter. Danger To Humans: No substantiated records of attacks on humans. Fished for liver oil and meat. Back To Top

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