We love data! Here’s some information about our 2023 shark diving season at Tiger Beach, between early February and the […]... The post Shark Diving Season: 2023 Tiger Beach Review appeared first on Epic Diving ..read more

The Great Hammerheads of the Bahamas have been a serious draw for shark enthusiasts for nearly a decade. These traditionally rare, shy, and hard to find animals have become the main attraction at several dive sites in the Bahamas, including Bimini and Tiger Beach. We became spoiled with reliable encounters, high numbers of sharks, and thrilling dives! Day after day after day! P!nk (Tiger Shark) and Scylla (Great Hammerhead) cruise over the sargassum meadows at Tiger Beach Until 2020… What happened to all the sharks? In Bimini, there were normally between 15 – 20 animals during the dive season ..read more

Tiger shark teeth are indeed unique among sharks, primarily due to their specialized structure and function. There are a few key reasons why their teeth stand out: Versatile Diet: Tiger sharks are known for their highly varied diet, which includes a wide range of prey such as fish, marine mammals, seabirds, turtles, and even other sharks. One of the reasons they are such versatile hunters is their teeth. Tiger Shark Teeth Serrated Edges: Tiger sharks have serrated edges on their teeth that are designed to slice through a variety of textures. This includes the tough hides of sea turtles to the ..read more

The International Shark Attack File released their report for 2022 back in January of this year. It’s always interesting to review the data and dive in a bit. The report, or at least the summary, focuses on “unprovoked bites”. Here are some definitions: “Unprovoked bites” are defined as incidents in which a bite on a live human occurs in the shark’s natural habitat with no human provocation of the shark. “Provoked bites” occur when a human initiates interaction with a shark in some way. These include instances when divers are bitten after harassing or trying to touch sharks, bites on spearf ..read more

Sharks are fascinating creatures, but some species are considered more dangerous than others due to their size, behavior, and predatory nature. Here are some of the most dangerous shark species: Shark Species Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias): Great white sharks are known for their size, powerful bite, and occasional attacks on humans. They can reach lengths of up to 20 feet (6 meters) and are capable of inflicting serious injuries or fatalities. Tiger Shark (Galeocerdo cuvier): Tiger sharks are known for their large size and stripes. They are responsible for a significant num ..read more

Tiger sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier) are known for their unique behavior and characteristics. Here are some key points about tiger shark behavior: Feeding Habits: Tiger sharks are opportunistic predators and have a reputation as “garbage cans of the sea” due to their broad diet. They are known to consume a wide range of prey, including fish, sea turtles, seals, dolphins, birds, and even carrion. Bold and Curious: Tiger sharks are known for their inquisitive and bold nature. They often investigate unfamiliar objects or potential food sources, sometimes leading to encounters with humans. This parti ..read more

Tiger sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier) are large predatory sharks known for their distinctive striped patterns on their bodies, which look like a tiger’s stripes. They are found in tropical and temperate waters around the world, including coastal areas and open oceans. Tiger shark research is carried out in these locations. Tiger sharks are an important species to study because they play a crucial role in keeping the balance of marine ecosystems. Here are some key areas. Areas of Tiger Shark Research Behavior and Ecology: Researchers study the behavior and ecological roles of tiger sharks, includin ..read more

Shark Week is an annual television event dedicated to sharks. It has been aired on the Discovery Channel since 1988. The concept for Shark Week was developed by Tom Golden, the then-executive producer at the Discovery Channel. The goal was to draw attention to and increase viewership during the summer season. Shark Week gained popularity and became a pop culture sensation over the years, attracting millions of viewers across the globe. The event usually features a variety of shark-themed programming, including documentaries, educational content, and exciting shark encounters. The shows often e ..read more

Dustin and Tyra Adamson created OceanShutter to share the wonder and beauty of the world. Their main focus is underwater imagery, but they also stick their heads up out of the water to get some fresh air, and some topside shots. Dustin’s Films have received some notable attention from worldwide organizations, including: Alert Diver Magazine, The Biowall, Scuba Diver Life, Huffington Post, Smithsonian Channel and the Underwater Photography Guide.  In 2015, Dustin had the privilege of being invited to be a member of the prestigious Ocean Artist Society. The team from OceanShutter has v ..read more

Shark feeding, like most issues, is not simply black and white. And, like most issues, we hear some extremes on both sides of the argument. Unfortunately, most of these opinions are not coming from experts in shark behavior. Even worse, sometimes the opinions are coming from shark experts whose expertise comes from bench work in labs. We tend to hear points that seem to make sense, that are easy to understand, but unfortunately are not based on real observation. It’s the difference between en vitro and en vivo. Just because something works in a lab, or in an experiment, doesn’t mean it will tr ..read more