Hungry sharks closely approach scuba divers for handouts
Papua New Guinea is home to an incredible collection of spectacular marine life. The silvertip reef sharks are among the most thrilling to see. These divers were taken to a remote coral location where volcanic action ages ago has pushed up pillars of rock from far below. Coral, sea fans, crustaceans and other life has thrived here and in turn, has attracted fish in great numbers. Where there are fish, sharks are not far away.
Silvertip reef sharks patrol these waters, always looking for injured or unwary prey. Although feared and misunderstood, their presence here is essential to the balance of the reef. Without sharks, other large animals and top predators would overpopulate and decimate populations of fish and other species. The entire balance of life in the ocean would be thrown off and the effects could be catastrophic.
Understanding sharks is a vital component of conservation. These environmentalists and wildlife photographers were led on a carefully conducted journey into the habitat of the silvertip reef sharks where they would observe shark behavior and record them as they fed. Fish scraps were presented and the sharks behaved as expected. Quickly recognizing the opportunity for a free meal, they approached closely and provided spectacular photographs and video footage. This footage shows many specific changes in behavior when food is present. It also clearly demonstrates their reaction to other sharks in proximity during feeding times.
Few people are fortunate enough to see a shark in its natural environment. To come so close to such a magnificent and powerful animal is a breath taking experience.
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4 years ago $11.36 earnedScuba divers join hungry sharks in a close up feeding frenzy
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6 years ago $2.81 earnedLarge reef shark cruises close to divers looking for food
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3 years ago $5.32 earnedResearchers get much closer than expected with hungry sharks in Papua New Guinea
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4 years ago $3.86 earnedBaby shark closely investigate scuba divers
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4 years ago $8.75 earnedScuba divers join large school of sharks resting on the ocean floor
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