A full-grown tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) can reach an average length of 10 to 14 feet (3 to 4.3 meters) and weigh between 850 to 1,400 pounds (385 to 635 kilograms). However, larger individuals have been documented, with some specimens measuring up to 18 feet (5.5 meters) in length and weighing over 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms). Tiger sharks are known for their large size, robust build, and distinctive striped patterns that resemble those of a tiger, hence their name.