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Great White Sharks Winter in Gulf, Rarely Threaten Beachgoers

3/26/2026

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Recent studies show great white sharks use the Gulf of Mexico as a winter habitat, challenging the belief they merely pass through.
Tagged sharks of all ages were tracked, showing they prefer offshore areas, especially the West Florida Shelf.
Despite their presence, great white sharks pose little threat to beachgoers because they rarely venture near shore due to a lack of prey.

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Story summary

Recent studies show great white sharks use the Gulf of Mexico as a winter habitat, challenging the belief they merely pass through.
Tagged sharks of all ages were tracked, showing they prefer offshore areas, especially the West Florida Shelf.
Despite their presence, great white sharks pose little threat to beachgoers because they rarely venture near shore due to a lack of prey.