Unusual reaction of a Great White Shark to a touch on the snout tip (00001592)

Touching the sensitive snout tip of a Great White Shark: An unusual encounter

Description: The Great White Shark, also known as Carcharodon carcharias, reacts unexpectedly when its snout tip is touched. Learn more about this fascinating encounter off the coast of Gansbaai and Dyer Island in the Western Cape, South Africa.

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

Date of Capture: 11.05.2001