The number of sharks in Russian waters is yet to be ascertained, with an assumed 40 species living around the country’s coast. However, whether or not these species are endemic to Russia or have migrated accidentally is not clear.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Russia
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
| Broadnose Sevengill Shark | 3.5-7.5 feet | Not aggressive (unless caught) |
| Common Thresher Shark | 12-18 feet | Not aggressive |
| Milk Shark | 3.6-3.7 feet | Not aggressive |
| Pacific Sleeper Shark | 12-15 feet | Not aggressive |
| Pacific Spiny Dogfish | 3.28-4.3 feet | Not aggressive |
| Salmon Shark | 8-10 feet | Not aggressive |
| Smooth Hammerhead Shark | 8-12 feet | Not aggressive (but are potentially dangerous) |
| Spiny Dogfish | 2.5-3.5 feet | Not aggressive (due to their small size) |
| Whale Shark | 18-32 feet | Not aggressive |
Recent Cases of Shark Attacks in Russia >>
FAQs
1. Have there been shark attacks in Russia?
There have been four recorded shark attacks in Russia, with the most recent ones all taking place in 2011. Luckily they were all non-fatal.
2. Are there great white sharks in Russia?
While anglers caught a great white shark in East Russia, it is pretty likely that this shark was an exception and had strayed too far north. This is because great whites generally find colder waters hard to tolerate.
