The Great White Shark circles the fish bait and strikes (00010379)

Great White Shark lunges for the fish bait

Description: The Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias) has caught the fish bait, creating excitement near Geyser Rock off the coast of South Africa. Learn more about the fascinating behavior of this top predator of the seas and its relationship with the seal colonies in the area.

Location: Western Cape, Gansbaai/Dyer Island, South Africa

Date of Capture: 10.07.2002