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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 15 April 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Saturday, April 15, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

The recipe for the perfect shark cage diving experience; many sharks, plenty of sun, and a great team of divers. Today we had all three!

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

Friday, April 14, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A beautiful sunny day in the company of many divers and of course our Bronze whaler sharks plus many other marine animals! An unforgettable day! 

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Daily Blog 13 April 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

What a special day today, with sharks, stingrays, and seals, we couldn't ask for more!

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Daily Blog 12 April 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

Nice weather, calm sea but loads of activity in the water!

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Daily Blog 11 April 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

The perfect combination of the day: fantastic dive team and many lucky marine encounters! 

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Daily Blog 09 April 2023 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Sunday, April 09, 2023 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

What a beautiful day out at sea spent with some great visitors!

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