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Fatal shark attacks are at a record high. 'Deterrent' devices can help, but some may be nothing but snake oil

  • Written by Daryl McPhee, Associate Professor of Environmental Science, Bond University
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As summer descends, sharks may be at the forefront of the minds of many beach goers and reef adventurers.

Globally, the number of shark bites is on the rise, with a threefold increase since 1982. White sharks, bull sharks and tiger sharks are most commonly responsible.

In Australia this year, there have been 20 unprovoked shark bites...

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