Most Dangerous Sharks Off the Shores of Australia
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Recent times have seen a wave of deadly shark attacks on some of Australia's coastlines, which of course, a significant cause for concern. A typical shark attack causes fear, apprehension and keeps people away from the shores. There are about 460 shark species globally, but only 12 are the most dangerous, especially to humans. Research states that Australia's Queensland and New South Wales shores are a common hunting ground for some of these fiercest sharks. Here are some of the most dangerous sharks of which you should always be aware.
The Great White Shark
What is it about the great white shark that makes it so dangerous and deadly to humans? For one, the species, also known as the white pointer, is among the largest and fastest known to cruise some of Australia's coastlines. Due to their colossal size, speed, and sharp teeth. Those teeth are notorious for ripping and shredding anything in sight. On average, a great white can have anywhere between 50 and 54 teeth, and that's more than Australia's leading dentist Dr. Bobby Chhoker (dr.bobbychhoker.com) has seen in a single mouth! Trust us, you do not want to see those teeth up close because even a slight unprovoked encounter can cause colossal damage or trauma to someone. The Great White sharks have mostly been reported around areas such as Queensland's Moreton Bay and Australia's south coast. Reports of the shark's presence in the West cape in western Australia also abound. Although the shark's main meal is fish and marine mammals, human flesh can also be tasty.
The Tiger Shark
Another highly dangerous shark doing the rounds along some of the shores of Australia is the Tiger shark. The giant fish is an actual scavenger and gorges on just about anything and everything, including other fish, sea turtles, and whales. The sharp-toothed fish won't hesitate to munch on livestock and humans who accidentally fall overboard or come close to it in whatever circumstances. With its large fins and distinct camouflaging technology, it can be challenging to spot it before it attacks. Reports indicate the coastline surrounding NSW, Perth, and WA is usually tiger shark's scavenging ground.
The Oceanic Whitetip
Another name for this most feared large fish is the Brown shark. Unlike the Great White and the Tiger, famed for their speed, this one is slow-moving. You would even mistake it for an innocent, harmless sea dweller. Yet, it is among the most dangerous and can attack unawares. And although it primarily feeds on sea fishes, turtles, and whales, numerous open-ocean attacks on people have come from this fish. The most common hunting ground for the Oceanic Whitetip is around NSW's areas to Perth and WA.
Bull Shark
The Bull Shark is a known aggressive species that can eat just about anything and anyone using its powerful jaws and sharp teeth. The fish dwells most in shallow warm waters, meaning it calls the shores home. The fish is highly unpredictable and has territorial behavior such that it readily attacks if you come close to its habitation. Besides the ocean shores, the bull shark can penetrate and live for long periods in freshwater river systems, and this proximity means it can feed on both animals and people. The northern coastline and Perth have reported the Bull sharks' presence over the years.
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