Spectacular Sight: Great White Shark Hunting Seals off the South African Coast (00010392)
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Description: The great white shark, also known as Carcharodon carcharias, is a feared predator in the waters off Gansbaai and Dyer Island in the Western Cape, South Africa. Every winter, these majestic creatures encounter the huge seal colony near Geyser Rock. The seals must be cautious when they venture out on their fishing trips into the open sea, as the great white sharks patiently wait for their opportunity. This breathtaking natural spectacle provides unique insights into the ocean ecosystem and the fascinating relationship between predator and prey.
Location: Western Cape, Gansbaai/Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 10.07.2002