A German tourist, Elke Maier, 57, was attacked by a shark at a popular beach in Thailand's Phang Nga province.

Grey Reef Sharks and even Hammerhead Sharks, which can all attack humans. BULL sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) are a species of shark known for their adaptability, aggressive behaviour, and ability ...

Shark attacks are rare in the Maldives - and divers are recommended to go on excursions with certified operations to ensure their own safety. The most frequently spotted sharks you will encounter ...

Factors like silhouette shape and motion further influence a shark's decision to attack. Human swimmers and surfers ...

the sharks were less likely to interact with the fake seals. Since the Great Whites generally have poor visual acuity and lack colour vision, this strategy can deter their attacks on humans ...

Hawaii News Now/YouTube A 61-year-old surfer who lost his leg in a Hawaii shark attack earlier this month ... from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Per KHON, Nonaka said ...

03Shining a bright light on a new way to discourage shark attacks Sharks attacks on humans are often a result of mistaken identity, when they mistake a swimming human or a surfboard for a seal or ...

Great white sharks often attack their prey from below, and due to their far lower visual acuity compared to humans, they can easily mistake the silhouette of a surfer or swimmer for that of a seal.