Basking Shark

(Cetorhinus)
Basking

The basking shark is the second-largest living shark, after the whale shark, and one of three plankton-eating shark species, along with the whale shark and megamouth shark.

DietPlankton, Small fish, Invertebrates
Lifespan50 years
Recorded Attacks0 unprovoked attacks, 0 fatal
HabitatTemperate oceans
Size20 to 26 feet
Fun Facts
  • They are known for their large mouth and gill slits.
  • They are one of the three plankton-eating sharks.