There are several shark species in Venezuela. The most common are the bull shark, the oceanic whitetip shark, and the whale shark. While the former two are known for their aggressive nature, the latter is harmless to humans.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Venezuela
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
Bigeye Thresher Shark |
11-16 feet | Not aggressive |
| Common Thresher Shark | 12-18 feet | Not aggressive |
| Dwarf Smooth-hound | 1.57-1.58 feet | Not aggressive |
| Great Hammerhead Shark | 15-20 feet | Highly aggressive |
Lemon Shark |
9-10 feet | Not aggressive |
| Oceanic Whitetip Shark | 10-13 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 |
| Smalleye Hammerhead Shark | 3.9–4.9 feet | Not aggressive |
Whale Shark |
18-32 feet | Not aggressive |
FAQs
1. Are there great white sharks in Venezuela?
There has been no record of great white sharks appearing in Venezuelan waters.
2. Have there been shark attacks in Venezuela?
Shark attacks are rare in Venezuela, with the last incident occurring in 2005. A shark bit the right leg of Jokin Leizaola, who survived the incident.
