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Shark ID

Common Shark Species Occurring in Alabama's Coastal Waters
Identification and Information Guide


Alabama has new regulations pertaining to the harvest of shark species for commercial and recreational purposes. The following information is provided to aid anglers in the identification of common species of sharks occurring in Alabama's coastal waters.

Shark Safety

Blacktip

Spinner

Bull

Finetooth

Atlantic Sharpnose

Scalloped Hammerhead

Sand Tiger

Tiger

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Shark Safety

Blacktip Shark

Spinner Shark

Bull Shark

Finetooth Shark

Atlantic Sharpnose Shark

Scalloped Hammerhead

Sand Tiger

Tiger Shark