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A slender, indigo-blue pelagic shark with very long pectoral fins and a graceful, gliding swimming style. One of the most wide-ranging Mediterranean sharks, it patrols deep offshore water off Egypt's northern coast.
This is a protected or non-target species — please don't fish for it. If it's accidentally hooked, release it quickly and unharmed.
Eating & safety
Generally non-aggressive but can become bold around bait; this near-threatened species should be left undisturbed.
Stung or poisoned? First-aid steps →Best conditions: Cooler offshore Mediterranean waters in spring and autumn
Blue sharks are among the most migratory of all sharks, with individuals crossing entire ocean basins on their journeys.