Thresher Shark

Thresher sharks are oceanic sharks distinguished by the exceptionally long upper lobe of the tail. They use this tail during feeding, striking or disturbing schools of fish. Their bodies are streamlined, with relatively small mouths and different depth preferences among species. Some threshers remain near continental margins, while others use more open-ocean habitats. Fish and squid contribute to the diet. The tail's role in hunting makes their feeding method different from sharks that rely mainly on directly biting individual prey.