Tiger Shark

The Tiger Shark can be seen at 32 dive destinations in 10 countries. The best spots include Aliwal Shoal (South Africa), Bimini (Bahamas), Fuvahmulah (Maldives), Malapascua (Philippines), and Osprey Reef (Australia).

Sightings of the Tiger Shark peak at different times depending on the destination: Aliwal Shoal from November to April, Bimini from June to September, Osprey Reef from May to September, and Protea Banks from March to October.

Yes. At Fuvahmulah, the Tiger Shark is seen all year round.

In Bahamas, you can see the Tiger Shark at Bimini, Tiger Beach, Andros Barrier Reef, Exuma Cays, Long Island, and Nassau.

In South Africa, you can see the Tiger Shark at Aliwal Shoal, Protea Banks, False Bay, and Sodwana Bay.

In Mexico, you can see the Tiger Shark at Revillagigedo Islands, Socorro Islands, and Isla Mujeres.

The Tiger Shark can reach up to 7.5 m in length and 900 kg in weight.

The Tiger Shark is found in these habitats: coastal zone and open water.

The Tiger Shark lives from the surface down to 1000 m.

Feeds on other animals, from fish to crustaceans or molluscs depending on the species.

Its rhythm shifts with the season, the tide or the region, so the same species may be active by day in one place and by night in another.

No. The Tiger Shark is mostly solitary and is usually seen on its own.

The Tiger Shark lives 27 to 50 years.

The Tiger Shark is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.