Do Sharks Make Sounds? 21 Mind-Blowing Facts About This Accidental Discovery

5. The Stealth Assumption

For decades, scientists believed sharks thrived on absolute silence, using their sleek bodies and noiseless movement to outwit prey. The notion of sharks producing any kind of audible sound was considered virtually impossible. This accidental discovery has now upended a core belief about shark behavior.
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