There are a few species of sharks in Nicaragua’s waters, like bull sharks and some reef sharks. There was once considered a separate species living in Lake Nicaragua. However, it turned out to be the bull shark.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Nicaragua
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
| Bigeye Thresher Shark | 11-16 feet | Not aggressive |
| Bull Shark | 7-12 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Common Thresher Shark | 12-18 feet | Not aggressive |
| Great Hammerhead Shark | 15-20 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Oceanic Whitetip Shark | 5-8 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Scalloped Hammerhead Shark | 9-12 feet | Moderately aggressive |
| Shortfin Mako Shark | 6.5-9.5 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Silky Shark | 7-10 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Whale Shark | 18-32 feet | Not aggressive |
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FAQs
1. Are there freshwater sharks in Nicaragua?
Yes, bull sharks swim in Lake Nicaragua.
3. Have there been shark attacks in Nicaragua?
Shark attacks rarely occur in Nicaragua.
