SHARK
Shark is a Robimal who goes out of his way to do good things for others. Shark sees how happy others are when he is helpful. Shark belongs to a team and participates in a group that has given him a caring job.
TEAM: YELLOW
GROUP: KIND
JOB: TEACHING OTHERS TO BE “HELPFUL”
Shark’s Helpful Story
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Meet a Real Shark!
Cool Facts: Sharks are fascinating creatures of the ocean, known for their sleek bodies and sharp senses. They have a unique ability to detect electrical fields produced by other animals, helping them navigate and find food. Some sharks need to keep moving to breathe, while others can rest on the ocean floor.
Where They Live: Sharks are found in oceans all around the world, from shallow coastal waters to the deep sea. They can thrive in various environments, including coral reefs, open ocean, and even under the ice in the Arctic.
Where They Sleep: Sharks have different ways of resting. Some, like nurse sharks, can lie still on the ocean floor, using special muscles to pump water over their gills. Others, like great white sharks, must keep swimming to ensure water flows over their gills for oxygen.
Home Life and Social: Sharks are mostly solitary animals, but some species, like the hammerhead shark, can be found in schools. They come together for breeding and sometimes form loose social groups based on size and sex.
Friendships: While sharks do not form friendships in the same way humans do, they do show social behaviors. For example, some sharks swim in groups during migrations or feeding frenzies, where they work together to corral prey.
What They Do for Fun: Sharks are curious creatures and often explore their surroundings. Young sharks, known as pups, are playful and may be seen engaging in activities like chasing each other or playing with objects in their environment.
Size of the Animal: Sharks vary greatly in size. The smallest shark, the dwarf lanternshark, is only about 8 inches long, while the largest, the whale shark, can grow up to 40 feet long. Great white sharks typically range from 15 to 20 feet in length and can weigh up to 5,000 pounds.
Power Level: Sharks are powerful swimmers with strong, muscular bodies. They can swim at high speeds and make quick turns.
Lifespan: The lifespan of sharks varies by species. Some smaller sharks live around 20 to 30 years, while larger species like the Greenland shark can live over 200 years, making them one of the longest-living vertebrates.
First Known: Sharks have existed for more than 400 million years, even before dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Fossil evidence shows that they have changed very little over millions of years, proving that they are perfectly adapted to their environment.
