The sand tiger shark is a stocky, grey-brown predator that grows to around 3.3 m and is most often encountered in coastal waters, rocky reefs, and sandy bottom habitats. It has a distinctive pointed snout, prominent gill slits, and ragged, protruding teeth that give it a fearsome appearance despite its generally docile nature toward divers. Sand tigers are slow-moving hunters that often rest on the seabed or hover motionless in caves and ledges during the day, becoming more active at dusk. The species is critically endangered and has declined sharply due to fishing pressure and slow reproduction.
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Sites where its range and habitat make it likely — not yet confirmed by a logged sighting.