The Great White Shark
(Carcharodon carcharias), alternatively referred to as the white shark, white pointer, or simply great white, inhabits the coastal surface waters of all major oceans. It stands as the sole surviving species within its genus, Carcharodon.
Renowned for its impressive size, the largest recorded female specimen reached a length of 5.83 meters (19.1 feet) and weighed approximately 2,000 kilograms (4,410 pounds) upon reaching maturity.
Recent studies suggest that these sharks can live up to 70 years or more, surpassing previous estimates and making them one of the longest-lived cartilaginous fish species known to date. Males typically reach sexual maturity after 26 years, while females require approximately 33 years before they are capable of reproduction.
Great White Sharks exhibit impressive swimming capabilities, reaching speeds of up to 25 km/h (16 mph) for short bursts and diving to depths of 1,200 meters (3,900 feet).
As arguably the world's largest extant macropredatory fish, the great white shark serves as a primary predator of marine mammals such as pinnipeds and dolphins. Additionally, it preys upon a diverse array of other marine life, including fish, sharks, and seabirds. Notably, the orca is the only recorded natural predator of the great white shark.
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