As the unofficial end of summer nears and school kicks off, shark researchers are trying to remind people that peak shark season on the Cape is here.
September and October are typically very busy for great white shark activity along Cape Cod. Last year, September had the third most shark detections and October had the most shark detections, according to the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy’s Logbook.
“September is here! Kids are back at school and summer is winding down, however, we’re just getting into peak white shark season,” shark researcher John Chisholm posted on Sunday.
“So, if you’re heading to the ocean this #LaborDayWeekend, be #SharkSmart and review shark safety guidelines,” added Chisholm, who confirms shark sightings for the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy.
Great white sharks hunt for seals along the Cape coast throughout the summer and fall. The sharks feed on seals close to shore.
“As the summer season comes to a close, it is important to remember that August – October are peak months of white shark activity off the coast of Cape Cod,” the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy posted.
“We remind people to pay attention to signs posted at the beach, listen to lifeguards, and follow safety tips,” the Conservancy added.
Tagged white sharks are detected on the Conservancy’s receivers throughout the summer and fall. Last year, October had the most detections with 40,322 and September had the third most with 25,559 detections.
Meanwhile, shark researcher Greg Skomal has been busy out on the water tagging sharks.
“A fieldwork update!” the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy posted. “Dr. Greg Skomal of the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries working with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy put out 3 acoustic tags along with one CATs tag this week.”
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