10 Facts About Bronze Whaler Sharks You Didn’t Know
10 Facts About Bronze Whaler Sharks You Didn’t Know The Bronze Whaler Shark, also known as the Copper Shark (Carcharhinus brachyurus), is one of southern Africa’s most iconic yet misunderstood large coastal predators. Here are ten fascinating, research-based facts about these sharks in South African waters. Book your Cape Town Shark Tour today. 1. Bronze […]
Cartilage vs Bone: What Makes Shark Skeletons Unique
Cartilage vs Bone: What Makes Shark Skeletons Unique Sharks are often imagined as muscular, hard-bodied predators, yet beneath that powerful exterior lies an unexpected fact: they do not have a bony skeleton. Instead, sharks possess a cartilaginous skeleton, a trait that distinguishes them from most vertebrates. Understanding this difference requires examining the structural and functional […]
7 Facts About Great White Sharks You Didn’t Know
7 Facts About Great White Sharks You Didn’t Know The Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias) is widely recognised as the ocean’s most formidable predator. But along the South African coast, these sharks exhibit behaviors, vulnerabilities, and ecological patterns that may surprise even seasoned shark‑enthusiasts. Here are seven scientifically grounded facts about great whites in South […]
Great White Shark vs Bronze Whaler: What Are the Differences?
Great White Shark vs Bronze Whaler: What Are the Differences? Cape Town’s coastline hosts some of the world’s most dynamic shark interactions. Two species in particular shape both the ecosystem and local shark tourism: the Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias) and the Bronze Whaler (Carcharhinus brachyurus), also called the Copper Shark. While both species can […]
How Do You Tell a Female Shark from a Male?
How Do You Tell a Female Shark from a Male? When people picture sharks, they often imagine a single “type” of animal — streamlined, powerful, and mysterious. But just like birds or mammals, sharks have noticeable differences between males and females. If you’ve been on a shark dive in Cape Town’s False Bay or Gansbaai, […]
The Ocean Giants: Types of Sharks in Cape Town
The Ocean Giants: Types of Sharks in Cape Town Cape Town sits where the cold Benguela and warmer Agulhas currents meet — a dynamic oceanographic playground that supports surprising shark diversity. Understanding the region’s shark species matters for tourism, fisheries, and conservation alike. Below is a concise guide to the ocean giants you’re most likely […]
I don’t dive. Can a Beginner Shark Cage Dive?
I don’t dive. Can a Beginner Shark Cage Dive? Shark cage diving is one of the most thrilling wildlife experiences available to adventurous travellers, offering close, controlled encounters with apex predators in their natural environment and, according to studies, can reduce negative perceptions of sharks among participants. (Apps, K., Dimmock, K. and Huveneers, C. 2018. […]
Shark Cage Diving Tour Price Cape Town
Shark Cage Diving Tour Price Cape Town Shark cage diving in Cape Town is a bucket-list experience, offering the rare opportunity to witness apex predators—such as bronze whaler sharks, sevengill cow sharks, and occasionally great whites—in their natural habitat. But how much does it actually cost, and why? Understanding the pricing structure helps travellers choose […]
When is the Best Time to Go Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town
When is the Best Time to Go Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town If you want the best odds of seeing sharks from a cage in Cape Town, you need to think like a marine scientist as well as a tourist. Sightings and conditions are driven by seasonal movements, water temperature and clarity, weather (wind […]
Do Sharks Really Mistake Humans for Seals?
Do Sharks Really Mistake Humans for Seals? Unpacking the Myth It’s one of the most enduring ideas in popular culture: a shark bites a swimmer or surfer because they think they are seals. Movies, documentaries, and sensationalist news stories have cemented this image, but how accurate is it? Let’s dive into the science, history, and […]
