See a Kayaker’s Stunned Reaction When a Speedy Shark Emerges from Nowhere to Steal His Fish

Deep sea fishing in a kayak – terrifying or relaxing? Perhaps it would be chill if uninvited guests didn’t drop in and ruin the fun! In the video below, we see an average afternoon fishing trip, complete with sightings of a big catch. Then, a much bigger fish, a shark, appears and steals the scene and the would-be prize! It all happens within seconds, and the fisherman is lucky he wasn’t leaning too far over the edge!

Don’t Blink or You’ll Miss It!

The surprise guest star in this clip is none other than a bull shark, one of the strongest-biting sharks in the world. With clout like that, it’s probably best to let one take what it wants from the day’s angling efforts. Trying to argue with a bull would likely go nowhere – while they don’t attack humans often, they’re still quite a danger.

That said, let’s get on our scuba gear and get a closer look at this amazing species and what they’re capable of.

What is Special About Bull Shark Teeth?

Sharks are definitely known for their frighteningly large mouths and fierce teeth. Bull sharks are no exception to this, and actually sport some unique chompers. Rather than having dagger-like teeth, these hefty critters have a set of pearly whites that more closely resemble needles. The purpose of this design is to assist them with latching on to their prey with a firm grip. These piercing teeth also have tiny serrations that add more tearing power to their already formidable bite.

In contrast, more stereotypical shark teeth are usually wider, thicker, and longer. These differences don’t slow the bull shark down at all, though, as they’re just as vicious as the next shark. In fact, they are sometimes mistaken for great whites, due to sharing several visual cues in common. If you know your sharks, though, it’s easy to spot the difference!

Where Do Bull Sharks Live?

The bull shark is well-traveled and has access to many regions thanks to their adaptability to both fresh and salt water. Curiously enough, they’ve evolved a special way to maintain salt within their bodies while touring freshwater domains. That said, they frequent warm, coastal areas and normally prefer shallows to the depths. When they aren’t enjoying the beach, they explore rivers and lakes in search of safe waters, usually for breeding reasons.

Other possible theories that require more research and understanding imply that freshwater excursions may protect from disease or provide prey when food is scarce. All that’s truly known at this time is only very few sharks can tolerate freshwater, and that must mean they’re up to something special!