Sand Tiger Shark and Similar Species
Carcharias taurus
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Smalltooth Sand Tiger
Odontaspis ferox
Key differences: Odontaspis ferox has a more pointed snout, larger eyes, and the first dorsal fin is positioned further forward, closer to the pectoral fins. Its teeth are also more slender and numerous.
Bigeye Sand Tiger
Odontaspis noronhai
Key differences: Odontaspis noronhai is a deepwater species with significantly larger eyes and a more elongated body. Its coloration is typically uniform dark brown or grey, lacking the spots often seen in Carcharias taurus.
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