Shark Attack at Crouching Lion
Earlier this week, several shark sightings have been reported both on the northern and southern coasts of Oahu. A Kaneohe surfer was attacked by a shark at Crouching Lion near Laie earlier this week. Though shark attacks are quite rare in Hawaii, surfers and ocean swimmers should be wary before diving into murky water this time of year. There are two major factors contributing to the rise in shark encounters as of late:
- Experts say it's shark mating season. Tiger sharks, the bigger and more threatening ones in Hawaii's waters, come into shallower waters this time of year.
- The sharks feed on sea turtles, which have seen a rise in population this year.
As a surfer with a fear of sharks, it's always wise to go surfing or swimming with a buddy. Keep an ear out for shark sightings or other warnings like box jellyfish. If you spot a shark in the water, calmly paddle back to shore and inform others of what you saw.