Her best friend is a lemon shark

Rayna O’Nan, an underwater photographer and diver, has been capturing images of Snooty for multiple years and sharing regular updates.

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Snooty is a female lemon shark measuring 9 feet in length and has gained popularity in Florida.

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Over the course of six years, Rayna gained the trust of Snooty on her dives at West Palm Beach in Florida.

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Lemon sharks are generally not considered aggressive toward humans and are often regarded as relatively docile in comparison to some other shark species.

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while lemon sharks are generally not considered aggressive or dangerous to humans, it’s crucial to approach them with caution and respect.

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