Are there sharks in Saint Croix?

Although there are sharks living within the waters around the Virgin Islands the likelihood of you seeing one is rare. On reef dives and sometimes while snorkeling it is possible to see nurse sharks; most other sharks avoid reefs during the day. Many shark species are shy but occasional attacks do occur.



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And they definitely live in these waters, Donna Nemeth, marine biologist and assistant professor of biology at the University of the Virgin Islands, said Tuesday. Nemeth verified something Borghi suspected: Bull sharks are thought to be territorial.

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1. West End, Grand Bahama Island. If your idea of a relaxing week spend in the sun doesn't include the words “shark infested,” you might want to consider avoiding the West End on Grand Bahama Island: It's one of the most shark-populated beaches in the world.

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Hit up a beach (or a few) and get out there into the Caribbean water. Just be sure to watch yourself. You may even want to wear watersocks on some swims due to coral and urchins. Surf and current are other deterrents to your perfect swim, so be sure to be mindful of your surroundings and always have a buddy.

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The east end of the beach is the best for swimming, the west end has great snorkeling.

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Thomas, the most developed, is brimming with activities and world-class shopping. St. Croix, bigger but sleepier, is the place to go for diving, snorkeling, and beach life. Both extend a warm welcome and both have interesting culture away from the beach.

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And yes, we have several species of tarantula; they can readily be seen out and about at night!

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Fredriksted St. Croix was struck by two large tsunami waves, each approximately 7.6 meters high, according to eyewitness accounts. These waves caused severe damage along the waterfront, washing several wooden houses and other structures a considerable distance inland.

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Devil's Bay, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands The horseshoe of white sand and clear cyan sea of Devil's Bay in the British Virgin Islands can be reached via The Baths, a stretch of massive, tumbled granite boulders, or via a 15-minute trek across scrubland from the parking lot.

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Somewhere between very few and zero. Cruise ships move far too fast for sharks to follow them. Yes, a shark may have a burst speed that could match a ship, but not one that it could sustain.

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In the Caribbean, shark populations have been decimated along a number of fronts. Loss of reef habitat and health has driven shark decline. Destructive longline fishing for commercially valuable fish like tuna or swordfish has had a devastating impact on sharks (and sea turtles, seabirds, marine mammals) as bycatch.

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