Surrounded by numerous fish swims the large bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) directly to the prepared fish bait and bites. (00018232)

Bull shark takes the fish bait

Description: The Bull Shark, also known as Carcharhinus leucas, belongs to the dangerous shark species. It can inhabit both freshwater and saltwater environments and is found in tropical waters worldwide. Bull sharks can grow up to 350 cm in length and weigh around 230 kilograms. These sharks have a low flight distance and are known to confidently approach divers. Their diet includes mollusks, rays, crustaceans, bony fish, and even other sharks.

Location: Vitu Levu, Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef/Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Date of Capture: 10.02.2007