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shark bites

Coverage of shark bites in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 16 · 10:01 UTCMost recent: Jul 8 · 10:30 UTC
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  • SCIENCEJul 8 · 10:30 UTCSCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
    Why more extreme rain could mean more shark bites

    Increased extreme rainfall due to climate change is causing waste to be flushed into the ocean, attracting more sharks and increasing the risk of shark bites for beachgoers.

  • HEALTHJul 4 · 12:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Shark sightings spike near America's beaches as July 4 crowds head to shore for weekend

    Shark sightings near U.S. beaches have increased during the Fourth of July weekend, but experts confirm shark bites remain rare. Marine biologist Mike Heithaus advises avoiding murky water and fishing areas while highlighting that sharks typically ignore humans. Regions like Florida's New Smyrna Beach, North Carolina's Outer Banks, and Cape Cod see higher shark activity due to migration, warming waters, and prey availability.

  • SCIENCEJun 16 · 10:01 UTCHONOLULU CIVIL BEAT
    Denby Fawcett: When A Shark Comes To Your Neighborhood

    Denby Fawcett's article discusses shark encounters in a neighborhood context. Shark bites are uncommon on Oʻahu despite it having the state’s largest population.