Pearldiver07
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Most of my shark sitings in Coz were during my safety stops. Looking down, you can see a lot further around than when you're near the bottom. You'll sometimes see them cautiously avoiding the other divers that are down there.
I find them very interesting. The only time you should ever be on alert is if/when you're swimming with the prey of large sharks (think seals & sea lions). Even then, if you were bitten it would almost certainly be by mistake.
Large sharks aren't likely to ever even be seen in the warm shallow waters where we dive. Remember, big sharks need big food, which usually live in the open ocean.
And further, just apply one rule: Don't do anything to a shark you wouldn't do to a stray dog, and you'll avoid the similar results. Don't harass it, don't corner it, don't pull its tail (you'd think I wouldn't have to mention that one), etc. They're wild animals, and will try to avoid confrontation when possible.
Enjoy that dive!!!!
I find them very interesting. The only time you should ever be on alert is if/when you're swimming with the prey of large sharks (think seals & sea lions). Even then, if you were bitten it would almost certainly be by mistake.
Large sharks aren't likely to ever even be seen in the warm shallow waters where we dive. Remember, big sharks need big food, which usually live in the open ocean.
And further, just apply one rule: Don't do anything to a shark you wouldn't do to a stray dog, and you'll avoid the similar results. Don't harass it, don't corner it, don't pull its tail (you'd think I wouldn't have to mention that one), etc. They're wild animals, and will try to avoid confrontation when possible.
Enjoy that dive!!!!
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