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First Juvenile Great White Shark Sighting Near Block Island

10/10/2025

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The Atlantic Shark Institute captured video footage of a juvenile great white shark near Block Island, Rhode Island, marking the first documented sighting.
Using Baited Remote Underwater Video Systems (BRUVS), the Institute aims to gather data on this species.
Experts note that fall can be a busy time for sharks in Southern New England.
The Institute also recorded a leatherback turtle in June, suggesting a promising trend in marine observations.

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Story summary

The Atlantic Shark Institute captured video footage of a juvenile great white shark near Block Island, Rhode Island, marking the first documented sighting.
Using Baited Remote Underwater Video Systems (BRUVS), the Institute aims to gather data on this species.
Experts note that fall can be a busy time for sharks in Southern New England.
The Institute also recorded a leatherback turtle in June, suggesting a promising trend in marine observations.