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Shark Safety Tips
Ten safety tips that will reduce the risk of a surfer, swimmer
or diver being injured by a shark.
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Swim, surf, or dive with other people, and don’t move too
far away from assistance.
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Stay out of the water at dawn, dusk, and night, when some
species of sharks may move inshore to feed.
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Do not enter the water if you have open wounds or are
bleeding in any way. Sharks can detect blood and body
fluids in extremely small concentrations.
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Avoid murky waters, harbor entrances, and areas near stream
mouths (especially after heavy rains), channels, or steep
dropoffs. These types of waters are known to be frequented
by sharks.
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Do not wear high-contrast clothing or shiny jewelry.
Sharks see contrast very well.
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Refrain from excesive splashing; keep pets, which swim
erratically, out of the water. Sharks are known to be
attracted to such activity.
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Do not enter the water if sharks are known to be present,
and leave the water quickly and calmly if one is sighted.
Do not provoke or harass a shark, even a small one.
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If fish or turtles start to behave erratically, leave the
water. Be alert to the presence of dolphins, as they are
prey for some large sharks.
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Remove speared fish from the water or tow them a safe
distance behind you. Do not swim near people fishing or
spearfishing. Stay away from dead animals in the water.
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Swim or surf at beaches patrolled by lifeguards, and
follow their advice.
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