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Human Activities Threaten White Sharks More Than Orcas

3/28/2026

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The study led by marine biologist Enrico Gennari finds that human activities kill about 44 white sharks annually, posing a greater threat than the orcas Port and Starboard.
The finding notes that South Africa's early protection for great whites has not prevented ongoing human-induced mortality from endangering the species.
Researchers call for stricter regulations to curb human activities and reduce shark mortality.

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The study led by marine biologist Enrico Gennari finds that human activities kill about 44 white sharks annually, posing a greater threat than the orcas Port and Starboard.
The finding notes that South Africa's early protection for great whites has not prevented ongoing human-induced mortality from endangering the species.
Researchers call for stricter regulations to curb human activities and reduce shark mortality.