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5 reasons why you should not fear sharks

Posted by / February 13, 2010

Surfing is one of the most enjoyable water sports. Ask any surfer—there is nothing more exhilarating than riding waves. But, many people who want to learn how to hang-ten can’t seem to shake their fear of sharks. To help you rid yourself of the terror, here are a few reasons not to quiver at the thought of those big fish with sharp teeth.

  • Humans do not form part of a shark’s preferred diet.
  • Only a few sharks have the potential to be dangerous.
  • The odds of being attacked by a shark are very, very low.

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See? This one even looks like he’s smiling!

See all five rational reasons at Swell Women.

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  • Kimo

    Beware the bull shark… the only one that is capable of swimming into fresh-water lakes or rivers that connect to the ocean