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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 26 October 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Thursday, October 26, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

The sun is out and so are the sharks!

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Daily Blog 25 October 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

Another amazing day, plenty of Bronze whaler shark activity and lots of sunshine :)

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Marine Dynamics Awarded Three Blue Flag Certifications

Tuesday, October 24, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

WESSA's Blue Flag and Green Coast Awards 2023/2024
Recognizing excellence in sustainable coastal management.

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Daily Blog 24 October 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Tuesday, October 24, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A lovely day at sea with many Bronze whaler sharks around the boat!!

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Daily Blog 23 October 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Monday, October 23, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A windy but nice day out at sea, with loads of Bronze whaler achtion!

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Daily Blog 22 October 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Sunday, October 22, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

An amazing day at sea with great visibility and a little bit of wind! Our Bronze whaler sharks were very active today with lots of toothy smiles for the camera!!!

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