Great White Shark
Carcharodon carcharias
The great white shark is one of the largest predatory sharks in the world, known for its powerful build and distinctive white underside. They are apex predators that feed primarily on marine mammals, large fish, and seabirds.
Great White Shark at a glance
- Scientific name
- Carcharodon carcharias
- Typical size
- 11-16 feet, 1,500-4,000 lbs
- IGFA world record
- 2,664 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Sharks and rays
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Mythic
Habitat
Great whites inhabit coastal and offshore waters in temperate and subtropical oceans worldwide. They are typically found near seal colonies, drop-offs, and areas with abundant prey. Due to their protected status, they are not targeted by anglers but are occasionally caught incidentally and must be released immediately.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a great white shark through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksGreat White Shark questions people ask
Great White Shark is Carcharodon carcharias.
A typical great white shark runs 11-16 feet, 1,500-4,000 lbs. The IGFA all tackle world record stands at 2,664 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every great white shark you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Great whites inhabit coastal and offshore waters in temperate and subtropical oceans worldwide. They are typically found near seal colonies, drop-offs, and areas with abundant prey. Due to their protected status, they are not targeted by anglers but are occasionally caught incidentally and must be released immediately. It is a salt water species, filed under sharks and rays in the Fishdex.
The IGFA all tackle world record great white shark weighed 2,664 lbs.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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