Surfers display remarkable calmness and stillness, a crucial aspect of avoiding shark attacks
the shark does not attempt to attack the surfer, indicating that sharks are not always the aggressive predators they are often portrayed to be
Vital for the ocean ecosystem’s balance and health
They help regulate the food chain by keeping populations of other marine creatures in check, preventing overpopulation
They maintain the balance of ecosystems by controlling the distribution of seagrass and other plant life
In 2019, 64 confirmed unprovoked shark attacks worldwide, with 41 occurring in the US. Of those attacks, only two were fatal
It's essential to keep these low statistics in perspective
Sharks don’t typically view humans as prey, and most attacks are cases of mistaken identity or curiosity
Avoid swimming during the early morning and late afternoon hours when sharks are most active