❃ The Megamouth Shark is a large filter-feeding shark that was first discovered in 1976. It grows to an average length of 16 feet (4.9 meters), with a maximum length of 23 feet (7.0 meters).
❃ They're found in tropical and temperate waters around the world, typically at depths of 3,000-10,000 feet (900-3,000 meters). It is a slow-moving shark that spends most of its time near the ocean floor.
❃ Due to its elusive nature and deep-sea habitat, little is known about the Megamouth Shark's biology and ecology. However, the few studies that have been conducted suggest that the Megamouth Shark is a long-lived species with a low reproductive rate. This, combined with the shark's slow growth rate and low population abundance, makes the Megamouth Shark vulnerable to overfishing and other human-related threats.