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Tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier)

A curious tiger shark comes in for a very close look.
This is shot at 10mm (fisheye) on a full frame so that gives you an idea of how the close encounter...
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A curious tiger shark comes in for a very close look.
This is shot at 10mm (fisheye) on a full frame so that gives you an idea of how the close encounters with these top ocean predators can be with respect and caution.
Contrary to what the media portrays these keystone species as, they are quite the opposite. They are not mindless killing machines nor man eaters. These animals very much have personalities and must be protected from the senseless killings from finning and bycatch.
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2 Comments |
ppls6
 
ppls6 June 28, 2020
A terrific capture. Great to see someone educating others about sharks. A passion of mine.
monicaflorespruitt
 
monicaflorespruitt October 18, 2020
Awesome
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