SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 25, 2025Scientific American

Scientists Record First Known Shark Sounds

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Rig sharks, a small species, produce short, high-frequency clicks when handled underwater by snapping their jaws, marking the first known instance of sharks actively making sounds, though more research is needed to understand this behavior in natural settings.

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