Friendly Sharks

"I am a nice shark, not a mindless eating machine. If I am to change this image, I must first change myself. Fish are friends, not food."

- Bruce, Anchor and Chum reciting their pledge.

In fiction, sharks are usually portrayed as monsters and villains, but there are also those who use their powers only for good.

A recurring theme in the family and fantasy genres, as well as cartoons, Friendly Sharks are heroes and heroines who are sharks. Often characterized for their dislike of violence and wanting to be loved, they gentle giants, caretakers, benevolent rulers, sidekicks, superheroes, and comic relief.

Friendly Sharks are often goofy, peaceful, and fun-loving, but they can also be oafish, cowardly, temperamental and not know their own strengths.

However, these sharks can be sympathetic and form strong bonds with similarly misunderstood sea creatures. Those that are superheroes can be fiercely protective, and those who serve villains can be rebellious.

Whether they're helping little fish or protecting swimmers from dangers of the deep, these are not the kind of sea creatures that delight in snacking on surfers and terrorizing sea animals.

Noteworthy Examples

 * Jabberjaw
 * Lenny Lino (Shark Tale)
 * Bruce, Anchor and Chum (Finding Nemo)
 * Jabberjaw
 * The Street Sharks