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Tweet	Animal News \| Marine Biology \| Education Audio \| Conservation The Misunderstood Sand Tiger An inoffensive shark with a fearsome visage The menacing-looking sand tiger shark is unfairly labeled as a man-eater. The species is vulnerable across much of its range due to bycatch and recreational fishing. In Australia, efforts to restore the sharks’ population include endangered species listing, recovery planning, and captive breeding. Audio Posted: January 14, 2008 \| Running time: 2:31 Loading the player ... Download The Misunderstood Sand Tiger for offline listening (2.31 MB)

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The Misunderstood Sand Tiger

An inoffensive shark with a fearsome visage

The menacing-looking sand tiger shark is unfairly labeled as a man-eater. The species is vulnerable across much of its range due to bycatch and recreational fishing. In Australia, efforts to restore the sharks’ population include endangered species listing, recovery planning, and captive breeding.

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The Misunderstood Sand Tiger

An inoffensive shark with a fearsome visage

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