Marine Life

Bull Sharks: The Ocean’s Nomadic Apex Predator

The bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) is one of the most adaptable and misunderstood sharks in the world. Powerful, aggressive, and able to live in both saltwater and freshwater, bull sharks are found in tropical and subtropical regions across the globe from coastal bays to inland rivers thousands of kilometres from the sea.

By ScubaDownUnder Team · Published 11 August 2025