Sharks do not actively hunt humans. There are a number of theories as to why shark attacks occur. Many happen because humans have done something to injure or corner the shark, which retaliates to defend itself. Another theory is that sharks sometimes mistake people for a seal or other potential prey and yet another is that we actually unknowingly send communication to a shark via body language that is similar to that which sharks use amongst themselves.
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Why do sharks attack humans?
- Marine Life
- Sharks