What do you call a group of sharks?
A group of sharks is called a shiver.
Most sharks hunt alone, but they sometimes gather in large groups to eat, mate, or migrate. These groups can include hundreds or even thousands of sharks in one area.
Nerd's Section
The word shiver is the official collective noun for sharks. While many people think sharks are always alone, they often form social groups. In 2011, researchers used drones to film more than 10,000 blacktip sharks swimming together near Palm Beach, Florida. This happens every year as they follow warm water and food.A 2020 study in the journal Scientific Reports looked at grey reef sharks at Palmyra Atoll. The researchers found that these sharks stay in the same social groups for several years. They even have specific 'friends' or partners they prefer to swim with. This behavior helps them share information about where to find the best food.Another large gathering happens near Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Hundreds of whale sharks meet there to eat fish eggs. These groups provide safety and make it easier for sharks to find mates. Even sharks that usually live alone will form a temporary shiver if there is a lot of food in one spot.
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