Beware of the world’s shark attack hotspots — including one US destination topping the ranks

Just when you thought it was safe to go back into US waters. A recent survey by tide forecasting site Tideschart found that the Home Of The Brave leads the world when it comes to shark attacks, boasting nearly twice as many as runner-up Australia — and over four times as many as third-place holder South Africa.

Bull shark mauled tourist to death in ‘very rare attack’ as her boyfriend tried to save her

Lukas Schindler, 26, and Livia Mühlheim, 25 were swimming together north of Sydney, Australia when they were attacked

Man, 25, Risked His Life to Rescue Girlfriend During Fatal Shark Attack

Lukas Schindler, 26, and his girlfriend Livia Muhlheim, 25, were attacked while swimming in New South Wales, Australia

Yes, shark bites are becoming more common, but it’s complicated

The number of people killed by sharks in Australia is increasing, while climate change is upending the range of many dangerous species, sending bull sharks further south to Sydney and white sharks to Victoria and Tasmania.
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