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The NSRI said a large number of shark sightings and some encounters have been reported close to the shore along the Plettenberg Bay coastline over the past few weeks. Image: K Baker
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WATCH | Great white shark close encounter with surfers in Plettenberg Bay

The National Sea Rescue Institute has warned of an increase in great white sharks along the southern Cape and Eastern Cape coastline after one came in close proximity with surfers. NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon said a large number of…

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Apex predators like the great white sharks are disappearing from SA’s oceans along with smaller species of sharks Image: 123RF/sellphoto1
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Shark survival under review by panel

The survival of SA’s sharks lies in the hands of an expert panel conducting a review on the management and conservation of the species, starting this month, said white shark expert and operator Chris Fallows. “This truly is ground zero…

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File photo of a great white shark. Image: HENNIE OTTO/SHARKWATCH SA
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GREAT WHITE SHARK SPOTTED LOCALLY

URGENT NOTICE: Ndlambe Municipality was informed that a great white shark was spotted behind the breakers off West beach. The Directorate of community protection services has instructed lifeguards at Port Alfred East beach and Kelly’s…

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