Great white shark charges in South Africa. (Chris Perkins via SWNS)
Fatal shark attacks more than doubled in 2025, reveals a new report.
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Shark bites in 2025 and through time. (Florida Museum of Natural History via SWNS)
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(Florida Museum of Natural History via SWNS)
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