We've known for some years now that sharks–especially tiger sharks–seem to love the waters around Maui more than any other Hawaiian island. We reported that story a year ago (click here to read that story). In fact, shark incident data going back two decades shows that Maui waters have hosted a lot more shark incidents than those surrounding any other Hawaiian island. Now, … [Read more...] about New report from Hawaii researchers explains why sharks love Maui so much
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Drew Toonz wonders why sharks and eels are getting so bitey in Hawaii again
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Drew Toonz: Now With Even More Words And Stuff!
There’s a lot going on in the world these days–shark attacks, celebrity attacks–and sometimes it seems tough just to keep your head above water. So we asked Drew Toonz to put it all in his rather unique perspective. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Drew Toonz: Now With Even More Words And Stuff!
Drew Toonz: What did Bill Cosby give those sharks?
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Shark Attacks: How worried should we be about recent bites and fatalities on Maui?
By Jacob Shafer They come out of nowhere. Every shark bite story is unique but that’s the thread that connects them all, like a trail of blood in the water. One second you’re surfing, swimming, paddling, whatever, and the next you’re staring down the wrong end of one of nature’s most voracious killers. Some get lucky, escaping with a few gnarly scars and the mother of all … [Read more...] about Shark Attacks: How worried should we be about recent bites and fatalities on Maui?