Dangerous and Harmless Sharks

What is the classification of the Basking Shark?

What is the classification of the Common Thresher Shark?

What is the classification of the Nurse Shark?

What is the classification of the Pygmy Shark?

What is the classification of the Spiny Dogfish Shark?

What is the classification of the Whale Shark?

What is the classification of the White Tipped Reef Shark?

What is the classification of the Black Tipped Reef Shark?

What is the classification of the Great Blue Shark?

What is the classification of the Hammerhead Shark?

What is the classification of the Mako Shark?

What is the classification of the Grey Reef Shark?

What is the classification of the Great White Shark?

What is the classification of the Oceanic White-tipped Reef Shark?

What is the classification of the Tiger Shark?

Harmless Sharks

Basking Shark: Known for being harmless, it is the second-largest shark species.
Common Thresher Shark: Recognized for its long tail used for stunning prey, it is also harmless.
Nurse Shark: Often seen resting on the seafloor; possesses a calm demeanor and is harmless.
Pygmy Shark: One of the smallest shark species, it poses no threat to humans.
Spiny Dogfish Shark: Typically found in colder waters, it is regarded as harmless despite its spines.
Whale Shark: The largest fish in the ocean, it is a filter feeder and completely harmless to humans.

Dangerous Sharks

White Tipped Reef Shark: Common in tropical waters, it is known to be dangerous if provoked.
Black Tipped Reef Shark: Found in shallow waters of tropical regions, it can exhibit aggressive behavior.

Very Dangerous Sharks

Great Blue Shark: Known for its striking color, it is considered very dangerous due to its size and predatory behavior.
Hammerhead Shark: Recognizable by its unique head shape, it is very dangerous particularly in deeper waters.
Mako Shark: A fast swimmer, it is very dangerous and known for aggressive hunting tactics.
Grey Reef Shark: Highly territorial and can be very dangerous around areas with dive sites.

Extremely Dangerous Sharks

Great White Shark: The apex predator of the ocean, known for its size and unpredictable behavior, making it extremely dangerous.
Oceanic White-tipped Reef Shark: Recognized for its long fins and aggressive tendencies, it is extremely dangerous in open water.
Tiger Shark: A versatile feeder with a reputation for being extremely dangerous, it is known for its powerful bite and striking ability.

This quiz features flashcards that explore various shark species, distinguishing between the dangerous and harmless ones. Each card presents a shark's name followed by its classification as either harmless or dangerous. Test your knowledge about these fascinating creatures of the ocean!