Feeds on salmon, makeral, and tuna. Migrates along the coast. Sometimes seen in groups around large fish schools. In recent years researchers have noticed that in the spring of each year a small number of salmon sharks will beach themselves in central and southern California. This phenomenon is poorly understood and is being studied.
Development is oviviparous.
Usually 2-4 young produced per litter. Attains a lenght of over 10 feet and a weight of over 1000 lbs.