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americas11 days ago•183 min saved

Foot bite at Jones Beach triggers shark-safety response

A swimmer at Jones Beach State Park in New York was bitten on the foot in a suspected shark attack, with lifeguards responding and the victim taken to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The beach was briefly closed during an hour-long shark search before swimming was allowed again with restrictions to waist-deep water. Officials reported other shark sightings nearby at Rockaway Beach and Point Lookout on Long Island amid record heat; drones are increasingly used to monitor sharks. Shark bites are rare, with about 60–80 unprovoked bites worldwide each year.

via CNN|

#americas #beach-closures #jones-beach

world1 month ago•1 min saved

Coogee Beach shark attack leaves woman seriously injured

A 35-year-old woman was seriously injured after a shark bite at Coogee Beach in Sydney; bystanders pulled her from the water, she received first aid at the scene and was airlifted to hospital, with several nearby beaches closed as a precaution. Eyewitnesses described a pool of blood and splashing as lifeguards tried to assist. The attack follows other recent shark incidents in Australia, including deaths in Western Australia, highlighting ongoing shark risks along the coast.

via BBC|

#coogee-beach #injuries #shark

science3 months ago•4 min saved

310-Million-Year-Old Shark Egg Case Reveals Ancient Reproduction and Soft-Tissue Preservation

A 310-million-year-old shark egg case found in South Yorkshire preserves soft tissue, offering rare insight into early shark reproduction (egg-laying) and the Carboniferous ecosystem.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#carboniferous #fossil #paleontology

science6 months ago•3 min saved

Shark Sighted in Scottish Suburbs

A complete 330-million-year-old shark fossil, the Bearsden Shark, was discovered in Scotland in 1982, providing valuable insights into prehistoric marine life. Local enthusiasts aim to commemorate this find with a sculpture in Bearsden, highlighting its significance and ongoing scientific mysteries about these ancient creatures.

via BBC|

#bearsden #fossil #prehistoric

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Kayakers Encounter Tiger Shark Off Western Australia

An Australian couple kayaking in Shark Bay, Western Australia, had a close encounter with a curious tiger shark that repeatedly approached and circled their transparent kayak, leading to a viral video capturing their mix of fear, joy, and excitement.

via The Inertia|

#animal-encounter #australia #kayaking

technology8 months ago•7 min saved

Black Friday 2025: Early Deals on Apple, Tech, and Holiday Essentials

The article provides a comprehensive guide to the best early Black Friday 2025 tech deals, including discounts on Apple products like the iPad mini and Mac Mini, headphones, smartwatches, and various gadgets from brands like Shark, Lego, and SanDisk, with the main sale expected to peak around late November. It also offers tips on when sales start and end, and where to find the best deals online and in stores.

via Engadget|

#apple #black-friday-2025 #lego

science10 months ago•3 min saved

Fishermen Discover First Bright Orange Shark with Rare Mutations in Costa Rica

A unique bright orange nurse shark with both xanthism and albinism was caught and released off Costa Rica, marking the first documented case of such conditions in this species, raising questions about genetic and environmental factors affecting pigmentation.

via Live Science|

#albinism #caribbean #orange

world11 months ago•2 min saved

Drone footage captures great white shark near Maine beaches, police issue warning

A drone video captured a large great white shark near popular beaches in Maine, prompting police to issue a warning to the public. The sighting comes weeks after a fatal shark attack in the area, highlighting the presence of these sharks in Maine waters, which is unusual but increasing due to a growing seal population. Authorities shared the footage for public awareness, emphasizing the rarity of shark attacks in Maine.

via CBS News|

#beaches #drone-footage #maine

environment11 months ago•3 min saved

Baby Shark Beached at Pacific City

A juvenile salmon shark washed up on Pacific City beach, likely due to illness caused by cold shock, and was washed back into the sea by waves. Experts note such strandings are common in late summer and advise reporting sightings for research, but emphasize not to disturb or eat the sharks.

via OregonLive.com|

#beach #environment #marine-life

science11 months ago•6 min saved

Shark Week Team Finds Rare Black Mako Sharks Off California

A Shark Week episode investigates unusual dark-colored 'black mako' sharks off California, exploring whether they are hybrids or a different species, with genetic testing as the key to understanding their true nature.

via Live Science|

#black-mako #california-coast #hybridization

world1 year ago

Great White Shark Sighted Near Camden’s Curtis Island

A Great White Shark has been spotted off Camden’s Curtis Island, highlighting ongoing marine wildlife activity in the area.

via Midcoast Villager|

#camden #curtis-island #great-white

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Shark Dentist: A Horror Roguelike Combining Sharks and Dental Dread

The article discusses the cultural impact of sharks being villainized, influenced by media like Jaws, and introduces a humorous and intense new game called Shark Dentist, which simulates operating on a sedated shark with realistic tools and roguelike mechanics. It highlights the ongoing perception issues surrounding sharks and the game's unique approach to this theme.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#dentist #entertainment #environment

games1 year ago•1 min saved

Shark Dentist: A Horror Roguelike Merging Dentistry and Shark Phobias

Shark Dentist is a new horror roguelike game where players act as a shark dentist, treating giant predators' teeth in a dark, intense clinic while avoiding deadly attacks, inspired by movies like Saw and Jaws, with gameplay involving managing dental issues and shark vitals under limited resources.

via Kotaku|

#dentist #games #horror

games1 year ago•2 min saved

Shark Dentist: Horror Roguelike Merging Sharks and Dental Dread

Shark Dentist is an upcoming horror roguelike game where players act as a shark dentist, managing a variety of variables to treat deadly marine animals, with high stakes and dark humor, set in a bizarre basement setting. The game combines dark humor, roguelike mechanics, and creepy aesthetics, and is available for wishlist on Steam, with a release date soon.

via Polygon|

#dentist #games #horror

science1 year ago•2 min saved

Maori Octopus's Bold Ray Meal Choice

A Maori octopus named Priscilla was observed hunting and successfully consuming a banjo shark in Australian waters, showcasing the impressive hunting skills and intelligence of this large Southern Hemisphere species.

via IFLScience|

#maori-octopus #marine-life #octopus