Published in Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology · View the paper (DOI)
Tiger sharks exploit easy food sources during nesting season, turning into scavengers when abundant dead sea turtles are available. The research found that tiger sharks spend more time patrolling surface waters near shore, indicating they are searching for carcasses or weakened turtles.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Tiger sharks can be marine 'hyenas' too Springer · Aug 8, 2016 · first to report
- Study suggests tiger sharks opt for scavenging on dead and dying sea turtles as a feeding strategy University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science · Aug 8, 2016