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First Great Whites Found Dead in 30 Years

2/6/2025

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In a shocking discovery in eastern Canada, five great white sharks were found dead, the first cases in over three decades. Necropsies revealed meningoencephalitis, an unsettling inflammation of brain tissue, yet the cause remains a mystery. This troubling trend heightens fears for the vulnerable shark population, urging scientists to delve deeper into the issue.

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In a shocking discovery in eastern Canada, five great white sharks were found dead, the first cases in over three decades. Necropsies revealed meningoencephalitis, an unsettling inflammation of brain tissue, yet the cause remains a mystery. This troubling trend heightens fears for the vulnerable shark population, urging scientists to delve deeper into the issue.