World’s Largest Great White Shark Tracked Across US Atlantic Coast

Scientists have been tracking two notable great white sharks off the U.S. East Coast using satellite technology. "Contender," a massive 14-foot, 1,600-pound male shark tagged near the Florida-Georgia border, has migrated northward and can be tracked publicly via OCEARCH's Global Shark Tracker app, with recent locations off North Carolina. Meanwhile, a juvenile great white named Dold, measuring 11 feet and weighing 761 pounds, has also been detected off Long Island, marking a significant point in its seasonal migration. Experts from OCEARCH emphasize that while shark sightings increase during warmer months, shark attacks remain rare; they advise swimmers to avoid wearing shiny jewelry, stay close to shore, and maintain visual contact with sharks to reduce risk. The organization aims to better understand shark behavior and migration patterns to inform public safety and conservation efforts. These tracking efforts reveal the extensive travel these apex predators undertake along the Atlantic coast and provide valuable data to scientists and the general public alike.