how big are bull sharks

Adult bull sharks are medium‑large sharks, usually around 7–11.5 feet long (about 2.1–3.5 meters) and a few hundred pounds in weight, with rare individuals reaching about 13 feet (4 meters).

Typical size

• Most adult bull sharks measure roughly 7–11.5 feet in length.

• They commonly weigh between about 200 and 500 pounds, with many references giving a broader range up to roughly 700 pounds for very large, heavy individuals.

Biggest recorded individuals

• Scientific and sport‑fishing records mention maximum lengths around 12–13 feet (about 3.5–4 meters), which are considered exceptionally large for this species.

• Reported maximum weights are in the 600–700‑pound range (around 270–320 kg), again representing unusually big, older sharks rather than the average animal.

Males vs females

• Males typically mature at about 5–7.5 feet and may reach close to 10 feet.

• Females mature slightly larger, around 6–7.5 feet, and can grow to a bit over 10 feet, which is why the largest bull sharks on record are usually female.

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