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Surfer sustains 'gruesome' injuries in rare Oregon shark attack
The victim, a qualified nurse, instructed others on how to save him.
Prehistoric shark as big as today's 'great whites' roamed oceans 20 million years ago
The newly discovered species, now extinct, was described from fossilised teeth found around the world.
Australia steps up controversial anti-shark measures despite marine life concerns
Conservationists warn smart drum lines will put endangered species at risk.
Australian surfer Cooper Allen mauled in upper thigh in vicious New South Wales shark attack
17-year-old Allen was pulled from the water by his friend and later received medical attention.
Four surfers attacked by sharks in Florida in a single day
One surfer came to shore holding a bloody hand and screaming,
How do shark teeth bite?
In a milestone study, researchers sought to find out exactly how shark teeth help the animal to kill.
Costa del Sol beachgoers warned of shark swimming near popular resort
The shark was spotted yards from Fuengirola beach, which was closed for around five hours on 28 August.
Cannibalistic prehistoric shark fed on its babies when food was scarce
Baby shark teeth were found in 300 million years old adult poop fossils.
Shark attack in Costa Blanca leaves holidaymaker covered in blood with 'large' bite wound
Global warming could lead to increase in worldwide shark attacks this year.
Jaws was 40 years ago — why do humans still seek revenge for shark attacks?
Unless perception changes, some of the planet's most charismatic species could be wiped out in our lifetime.
Finally, a proven way to keep great white sharks at arm's length
Shark Shield deterred 89% of great whites from approaching bait
Texas girl attacked by shark in Galveston to undergo multiple surgeries
The girl's father says in a Facebook post that her vital signs are good and she is stable.
Australia: Four great white sharks near popular beaches detected thanks to tagging
Four great whites spotted as part of shark-management strategy to curb attacks in the Australian state.
California shark attack victim recounts horror
The 52-year-old survivor recalls horror on Corona Del Mar State Beach.
Sharks have personalities: Some are bolder and less stressed than others
Focusing on boldness and stress resilience, scientists show each shark has a personality of its own.
Australia: Shark attack victim Ben Gerring in critical condition after losing leg
Just before the attack, Surf Life Saving had alerted surfers of a shark being spotted nearby.
California beach shut down after suspected shark attack
Female swimmer in wetsuit pulled from water bleeding heavily.
Global warming could lead to record numbers of shark attacks in the US
Conservationists tell the public not to worry: sharks will not go on the rampage
Florida woman taken to hospital with shark still attached to arm following bite
Paramedics were unable to remove the nurse shark from women's arm even after it died.
Thousands of seals bask in the sun on Massachusetts beach
Pilot Aaron Knight captured the footage as he was flying over Monomoy Island.
Airbnb Aquarium: Guests sleep in 360-degree underwater bedroom surrounded by sharks
The holiday rental site selected different sets of winners, who stayed one night each in the underwater bedroom.
Australian pro surfer Brett Connellan badly mauled in shark attack
Surfer, 22, lost much of his left thigh and damaged his hand fighting for his life.
Sleep with the fishes: Airbnb offering customers 360-degree bedroom in shark-infested tank
Contest winners will have the chance to spend night surrounded by sharks in underwater bedroom.
Little Ripper drone to patrol for sharks off Australia's coast
Pilot project drone will search for big fish, and anyone in trouble at sea.
Fatal shark attacks doubled in 2015, global study finds
Scientists claim warmer oceans and population increase are among the factors behind the rise.
Over 10,000 blacktip sharks spotted migrating off Florida coastline
A local university is trying to work out why the sharks are there now.
South Korea: Shark eats another shark in aquarium
The aquarium believes the incident to be a kind of "turf war".
23ft great white: The science behind that 'Jaws' sighting – and why it's cause for celebration
Increasingly sharks are targeted for commercial fishing
Australia: Huge great white shark forces beach evacuation as 'Jaws' lurks off shore
The seven-metre long shark is the same size as the one depicted in the movie franchise, Jaws,
Understanding great white sharks: SharkCam robot reveals hunting behaviour deep below the surface
A study collected data from the REMUS SharkCam to discover Mexico's sharks tend to hunt from below.