Shark Research Recap!

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What are the two head lobes ('horns') and a diet of plankton features of?

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Manta Rays

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What is another name for 'denticles' found in sharks?

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Placoid scales

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What is the typical lifespan of a shark?

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20 - 30 years

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What is the term used for groups of sharks?

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Shiver, Frenzy, School (Note: 'Pod' is not a term used for sharks)

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Where are most sharks found in the ocean?

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Near coasts, within the top 600 feet of the ocean.

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What is the primary diet of Manta Rays?

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Plankton

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What type of scales do sharks have?

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Placoid scales, also known as denticles.

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How long can some sharks live?

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Some sharks can live over 100 years.

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What is a common misconception about shark groups?

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The term 'pod' is not used for groups of sharks.

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What is the maximum depth where most sharks are found?

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Within the top 600 feet of the ocean.