“The Jaws Effect” is what scientists call people’s irrational fear of sharks based on Steven Spielberg’s 1975 hit summer movie, “Jaws.” The great white shark in the movie was so terrifying that it ...

Whale sharks typically measure from 39 to 59 feet, weigh up to 14 tons and are plankton eaters; all sharks have a unique pattern of white spots on their upper side. Scientists say they need to know ...