Shark

The increase in shark sightings, biologists think, is due to growing populations, more folks in the water, and better technology for both experts and the… Read More »Are Shark Populations Increasing?

An estimated 100 million sharks are killed per year throughout the world, a startlingly high number and one that is greater than the recovery rate… Read More »How Many Sharks Are Killed 2022?

For even more proof that these animals’ bad rap is undeserved, check out the many things that are more likely to kill you than a… Read More »What Kills Humans More Than Sharks?

“Sharks eat at the most, 10, maybe 12 people a year,” said Basking. “But people kill 75– 100 million sharks a year!” What is more… Read More »What Is More Dangerous Human Or Shark?

Some 25% of all the 494 sharks and rays inhabiting coastal continental shelves, which includes all reef sharks, are threatened with extinction. There may be… Read More »Will Sharks Ever Go Extinct?

Your odds of a dog killing you are 1 in 112,400, compared to about 1 in 3,748,067 for a shark attack. Have dogs killed more… Read More »Are More People Killed By Sharks Or Dogs?

According to data from the Florida Museum of Natural History, you have a 1 in 79,746 chance of dying from a bolt of lightning. This… Read More »Is It More Common To Get Struck By Lightning Or Bit By A Shark?

Exercise caution when occupying the area between sandbars or near steep dropoffs, these are favorite hangouts for sharks. Avoid being in the water during low… Read More »Are You More Likely To Be Attacked By A Shark At Night?

Yes, the odds of being attacked by a shark are low, but they are drastically increased for surfers. (Ed. note: To answer your question, the… Read More »What Are The Odds Of Being Struck By Lightning While Being Eaten By A Shark?

100 million sharks. Up to 100 million sharks and rays are caught each year across the globe, whether on purpose in targeted fisheries or by… Read More »How Many Sharks Are Caught Per Year?