An impressive Great White Shark hunting off the coast of South Africa (00015261)

Impressive Great White Shark near Gansbaai

Description: The impressive Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias) crosses the water near Geyser Rock and Dyer Island off the coast of South Africa. Here, in the area around Gansbaai, numerous African penguins, cormorants, and a large colony of South African fur seals (Arctocephalus pusillus) reside. The Great White Shark is a fascinating and feared marine predator that leads the food chain with its size, strength, and impressive jaws. Learn more about this majestic ocean hunter.

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

Date of Capture: 27.07.2004