Great White Shark Scientific Name: Carcharodon Carcharias Interesting Facts: 1. Great white sharks can be found in waters all around the world, mostly in cool waters near the coast. 2. These beasts are the largest predatory fish (fish that eat other fish) on earth and are able to grow up to 20 feet long. 3. Because of their streamlined shape and incredible strength, great whites are able to swim up to 40 mph.