Sharks

A view of sharks swimming underwater from below
Scientists believe sharks have been around for over 450 million years. (Image credit: Stephen Frink via Getty Images)

We like sharks here at Live Science, and we've got some of the toothiest coverage to prove it. You'll find fact pages about iconic species like great whites and the megalodon, lists ranking the biggest and the weirdest sharks and explainers on shark attacks.

We also have all the latest findings from shark researchers, including new species, secret social clubs and how great whites aren't interested in eating us. All of Live Science's shark news, features and articles are produced by our expert team of writers and editors.

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