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Cartilage

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  • Fascinating93 views

    Sharks Lack Bones, Their Skeletons Are Made Entirely Of Cartilage

    This cartilaginous skeleton is lighter and more flexible than bone, allowing sharks to be incredibly agile predators. It also makes fossilization rare, as cartilage decays much faster than bone.

  • Animals98 views

    Sharks Have No Bones

    Instead of bones, sharks have skeletons made entirely of cartilage, a flexible and durable connective tissue. This makes them lighter and more agile in the water, contributing to their impressive predatory abilities.