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  • Shark cage diving in Gansbaai, South Africa with Marine Dynamics. Experience the exceptional and come face to face with a great white shark! 

  • The exact world record white shark is a contested issue, but chances are it is between 6-7m. In Gansbaai, the largest white shark ever caught was at Danger Point and measured up to 5.9m.

  • If you see a white shark in the water don’t panic. Chances are high that the shark has already detected you and isn’t interested. White shark attacks are normally associated with poor visibility, so avoid murky conditions.

  • White sharks have a unique system called a “counter current heat exchange”, which keeps their body  tempreture +/- 7C above the surrounding water temperature. 

  • All sharks have an incredibly unique system on the tip of their nose called the “ampillae of Lorenzini”. These are small pores filled with a gel that transmits the electrical currents in the water to the shark’s brain so that it can assess its environment.

  • White sharks give birth to live young (not eggs), and they give birth to 6-8 pups at one time. Pups are usually between 1.0-1.5m in length and are born with teeth.

  • Body language has been a well documented form of shark communication and has identified body arching, jaw gaping, and other postures as specific social tactics.

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Daily Blog 14 January 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Sunday, January 14, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

Bronze whaler activity tied with glorious sunshine made for a gorgeous trip!

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Daily Blog 13 January 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Saturday, January 13, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A beautiful day on the water with 15 Bronze whaler sharks keeping us company!

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Daily Blog 12 January 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Friday, January 12, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A sunny stunning day at sea for all our guests! And let's not forget to mention the brilliant Bronze whaler sharks!

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Daily Blog 11 January 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

Today was a beautiful day with the sun out and nice visibility and some active sharks!!!!

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Daily Blog 10 January 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

We have had a Sharksome week so far! 

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Daily Blog 09 January 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Tuesday, January 09, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

An early start for guests with Bronze whaler activity throughout the morning!

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