Sharks might not be a natural biological group, with most species potentially closer kin to rays than to an oddball group of sharks.

Great white sharks are among the ocean’s most intimidating predators, known for their speed, power, and razor-sharp teeth.

The ocean is full of terrifying creatures, and sharks are just one example. Many of us are familiar with commonly spotted ...

Populations of reef sharks and rays continue to dramatically decline all across the world, largely because of overfishing. To help bring them back, scientists need to understand which sharks and rays ...

Shark activity increases during summer months due to warmer waters and increased food sources. While various shark species, including great whites and hammerheads, inhabit North Carolina waters, shark ...

A rare shark species thought to be wiped out due to overfishing has been spotted for the first time after over five decades in Papua New Guinea, shedding more light on the region’s rich biodiversity.

When the waters start to warm up, great white sharks migrate back to Massachusetts. Here's where tracking data shows they are ...

North Carolina waters host at least 14 shark species, varying by region and season. Bull sharks cause most local bites due to size, aggression and fresh water access. Avoid shark encounters by ...