Blacktip Sharks: Common Visitors to Gulf Coast Beaches
Blacktip sharks are one of the most common shark species found along the Gulf Coast, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the University of South Alabama School…
Bonnethead Sharks: Social and Friendly Gulf Coast Residents
Bonnethead sharks are a common sight in the inshore waters and bays of the Gulf Coast, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the University of South Alabama…
Bull Sharks: The Gulf Coast Most Aggressive Shark Species
Bull sharks are one of the most common and aggressive shark species found in the Gulf Coast, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the University of South…
Great White Sharks: Rare Visitors to Gulf Coast Waters
Great white sharks are not very common in the Gulf of Mexico, but they do occasionally visit the region, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the University…
Hammerhead Sharks: Recovering Populations Along the Gulf Coast
Hammerhead sharks are becoming more common along the Gulf Coast as their populations recover from overfishing, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the University of South Alabama…
Ridgeback Sharks: Offshore Giants of the Gulf Coast
Ridgeback sharks, including silky and dusky species, are more commonly found offshore than along Gulf Coast beaches, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the University of South…
Sandbar Sharks: The Gulf Coast Most Common Offshore Species
Sandbar sharks are one of the most common shark species in the Gulf of Mexico, often encountered by fishermen offshore, according to marine experts. Dr. Sean Powers, director of the…