How do some predatory sharks find their prey?
a. They are attracted to vibrations in the water.
b. They use their keen sense of smell.
c. They use sensitive organs underneath their skin.
d. All of these choices
ANS: D
Sharks have sensitive organs arrayed in lines under the surface of their skin that detect vibrations in the
water. This and their sense of smell are important in the hunting of prey. Prey is mostly comprised of
fish and marine mammals. Information can be found in the section Fishes Are Earth's Most Abundant
and Successful Vertebrates
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