In marine habitats this species commonly occurs in hypo- and hypersaline lagoons and bays. Maximum about 11 ft. Gestation period is between 10 and 11 months. 1 to 13 pups per litter. Size at birth between 1.8 and 2.5 ft.
Pups show a very slow growth rate.
Males mature between 5 and 7.5 ft., females mature between 6 and 7.5 ft. Expected life span at least about 15 years. Bull sharks are one of the three most dangerous species, beside the white shark and tiger shark. Moderately long pointed snout. Fairly large eyes and very long gill slits.