While there aren’t many, Argentina is home to several species of sharks, like the broadnose sevengill shark, the sand tiger shark, and the school shark. Sadly, due to overfishing, most of these sharks are at risk of extinction, leading to conservation efforts to protect them.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Argentina
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
| Angular Angelshark | 2.9-4.3 feet | Not aggressive |
| Argentine Angelshark | 3.28-3.93 feet | Not aggressive |
Broadnose Sevengill Shark |
3.5-7.5 feet | Not aggressive (unless caught) |
Copper Shark |
11-12 feet | Not aggressive |
| Narrownose Smooth-hound | 2.4-2.42 feet | Not aggressive |
| Sand Tiger Shark | 7-10 feet | Not aggressive (due to their small mouths) |
| School Shark | 6-7 feet | Not aggressive |
Recent Cases of Shark Attacks in Argentina >>
FAQs
1. Are there great white sharks in Argentina?
Great white sharks live in temperate waters instead of the tropical waters surrounding Argentina. Fossil or recent records indicate that great whites do not swim near the country.
2. Have there been shark attacks in Argentina?
There have been very few reported attacks in Argentine waters – four in total – all non-fatal.
