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Health & Science1h 46m ago

Sharks can bite humans, and some shark bites can be fatal, but people are not normal shark food.

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Who
humans, sharks
What
Sharks can bite humans, and some shark bites can be fatal, but people are not normal shark food.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:21:01 GMT · 1h 46m ago
Where
worldwide ·
Why
Shark bites can result from feeding, investigation or defensive behavior, and are often exploratory.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

While shark attacks are rare, averaging six fatalities per year globally, certain behaviors like surfing or swimming during low-light hours can increase the risk of encountering sharks, particularly the 'Big Three' species in areas where humans and these sharks overlap.

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  1. Currently Reading1h 46m ago
    Sharks can bite humans, and some shark bites can be fatal, but people are not normal shark food.
  2. Health & Science1h 46m ago
    There were 57 confirmed unprovoked shark attacks worldwide in 2022, with a 10-year average of 72 unprovoked bites and six fatalities annually.
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