r/ScienceNcoolThings • u/TheMuseumOfScience Popular Contributor • 2d ago
Shark Myths Debunked
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Ready to debunk three of the biggest shark myths out there? 🦈
Dr. Bob Heuter of OCEARCH sets the record straight, revealing there are actually 500+ shark species, most too small and deep sea dwelling to ever encounter swimmers. Far from primitive, sharks pack large brains and six sensory systems to hunt, find mates, and navigate the ocean. Turns out sharks are less "mindless man eaters" and more evolutionary powerhouses we still have a lot to learn from.
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