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The largest great white shark ever tagged in the Atlantic Ocean, named Contender, has resurfaced off the North Carolina coast—a popular US beach destination.
Measuring 14 feet long and weighing approximately 1,653 pounds, Contender is a mature male estimated to be 30–32 years old. He was first tagged in January 2025 by marine researchers from OCEARCH near the Florida–Georgia border.
After months of absence from trackers, Contender was recently detected in Pamlico Sound, a coastal inlet area near the Outer Banks. Scientists believe he is likely feeding in the region before migrating northward toward Atlantic Canada.
Marine experts emphasize that such sightings are normal seasonal behavior and not a cause for alarm.
Contender's movement offers valuable data on shark migration, habitat use, and ocean health.
Despite public concern due to his proximity to tourist beaches, the shark remains well offshore and poses no danger to swimmers.
His reappearance helps researchers understand the ecological role of apex predators and reinforces the importance of shark conservation efforts.The largest great white shark ever tagged in the Atlantic Ocean, named Contender, has resurfaced off the North Carolina coast—a popular US beach destination. Measuring 14 feet long and weighing approximately 1,653 pounds, Contender is a mature male estimated to be 30–32 years old. He was first tagged in January 2025 by marine researchers from OCEARCH near the Florida–Georgia border. After months of absence from trackers, Contender was recently detected in Pamlico Sound, a coastal inlet area near the Outer Banks. Scientists believe he is likely feeding in the region before migrating northward toward Atlantic Canada. Marine experts emphasize that such sightings are normal seasonal behavior and not a cause for alarm. Contender's movement offers valuable data on shark migration, habitat use, and ocean health. Despite public concern due to his proximity to tourist beaches, the shark remains well offshore and poses no danger to swimmers. His reappearance helps researchers understand the ecological role of apex predators and reinforces the importance of shark conservation efforts.
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