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Shark Attacks Are Rare Mistakes
- Shark attacks on humans are usually cases of mistaken identity, not revenge-driven attacks.
- Worldwide shark-bite deaths average as low as four per year in recent years.
Apex Predators Under Threat
- Sharks are apex predators of the ocean with no natural predators of their own.
- Despite this, over 100 million sharks are caught and killed each year, threatening many species.
Researcher Debunks Movie Myths
- George Burgess, who spent forty years studying shark attacks, says movie depictions are totally unrealistic.
- He rejects the idea of vengeful sharks seeking humans, calling it far from the truth.