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A massive great white shark — the largest ever t A massive great white shark — the largest ever tagged in the North Atlantic — was detected about 50 miles off the coast of Nantucket on Friday, according to researchers at @ocearch. The adult male shark, named Contender, measures 13 feet 9 inches long and weighs an estimated 1,653 pounds. OCEARCH, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ocean research and conservation, first tagged Contender in January off the coast of Georgia and Florida. Now, he’s making waves in New England waters. The team used a SPOT (Smart Position and Temperature Transmitting) tag to monitor the shark’s movements. The device will provide real-time tracking data for about five years, helping scientists better understand the species’ migration patterns, habitats, and behavior. In addition to tracking technology, researchers collected biological samples — including urogenital material — to study reproduction and overall health. Contender was named in partnership with Contender Boats, a long-time supporter of OCEARCH’s expeditions. Their vessels help researchers reach tagging sites and safely collect data from large sharks like this one. Shark activity often increases in New England during the summer, but researchers say sightings like this are valuable opportunities to advance science and raise awareness — not cause for alarm. OCEARCH encourages the public to follow Contender’s journey through their free shark tracker, offering a rare glimpse into the travels of one of the ocean’s most powerful predators. 📸 Ocearch 1/17/25 #greatwhiteshark #nantucket #ocearch #newportbuzz #whiteshark
Happy Sunday, July 20th! Here’s What’s Happeni Happy Sunday, July 20th! Here’s What’s Happening in and Around Newport Today. @newport.mansions @queenannesloft @darealdjnook @diegosnewport @waterbrothers @bottegabocconi @clarkecookehouse @rejectsbeerco @thequenchernewport @pastavinori #NewportBuzz #NewportRI #rhodeisland #scenesofnewengland #newengland
We’re calling it right now, the summer of the Ha We’re calling it right now, the summer of the Hammerhead is here! 🦈 It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable summer on the Southern New England coast — especially if you’re a fan of big fish. This latest video comes from @pierreguerin79, who was out for a casual cruise just a few hundred yards off 3rd Beach in Middletown when he spotted something unusual in the Sakonnet River: a hammerhead shark, calmly snacking on a striped bass. Shoutout to @owenmoy for the tip — and to Pierre for capturing the moment. This the latest in a string of recent hammerhead appearances in local waters. Warmer-than-usual temperatures and changing ocean patterns could be drawing these creatures closer to shore, giving boaters and beachgoers a rare look at a species that typically sticks to deeper southern waters. So far, the sharks have kept their distance from swimmers, and there’s no cause for alarm — just fascination. As always, if you’re out on the water, give wildlife plenty of space and keep those cameras handy. You never know what might surface next. Send us your videos! #hammerheadshark #newportri #newportbuzz #middletownri
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