Success Criteria
I can locate reliable information about my shark species.
I can summarise key biological features and behaviours accurately.
I can present information clearly using headings and labelled diagrams.
I can explain how my shark is adapted to its environment.
You will research a chosen shark species and create a one-page animal profile. Your profile must be neat, organised, accurate, and handwritten on the provided template or lined paper.
Task Instructions
Pick one species to research. Examples:
Great White Shark
Tiger Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Whale Shark
Thresher Shark
Epaulette Shark
Mako Shark
—or any teacher-approved species.
Use reliable sources such as textbooks, documentaries, reputable websites or classroom resources.
Find information for each heading below:
Common Name & Scientific Name
Scientific drawing
Habitat & Distribution – Where does it live? What ocean zones?
Diet & Feeding Behaviour
Physical Characteristics – Size, colour, fins, teeth, special features
Reproduction – Egg laying or live young?
Adaptations – What helps it survive?
Behaviour – Hunting strategies, movement, activity patterns
Conservation Status – Is it threatened? Why?
Interesting Facts- 2 interesting facts
On your page, include:
Required Sections
A clear title with the shark’s name
Subheadings for each category
A labelled diagram of your shark (must be hand-drawn)
A distribution map (simple outline is fine)
A short paragraph summarising why this shark is important to the marine ecosystem
Presentation Expectations
Use bullet points or short paragraphs
Handwriting must be clear
Colour is allowed
Work must be your own words
Before handing in, check:
All sections completed
Diagram is labelled
Writing is neat
Information is scientifically accurate
You have paraphrased (not copied)
Compare your shark to another species
Write a “myth vs fact” box
Suggest strategies to protect your shark from threats