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Great white shark identification guide

Published:

January 2010

Learn how to identify great white sharks and find out what to do if you see or accidentally catch one.

Summary

Several shark species are commonly mistaken for great white sharks in New Zealand waters.

This document contains information on:

  • how to positively identify great white sharks
  • how to tell the difference between other species commonly mistaken for great white sharks
  • DOC's research programme
  • what to do if you see or accidentally catch one

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Publication information

Published by the Department of Conservation

Contact

sharks@doc.govt.nz

Science and Technical, Wellington
Phone: +64 4 471 0726
Address: Conservation House - Whare Kaupapa Atawhai
18 - 32 Manners Street
Wellington 6011
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