Is Miami known for sharks?

South Florida is home to more sharks than any other area in the world. At Miami Shark Tours we encounter a wide variety of sharks depending on the time of year and conditions on the ocean. From hammerheads to nurse sharks, Florida offers unbelievable variety of sharks for guests on Florida shark diving adventures.



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There have been 896 shark attacks in Florida since 1837, only 19 of which occurred near Miami. Most victims were either swimming, wading, kayaking, surfing, or paddleboarding. Shark attacks near Miami and in all of Florida happen more in July, August, and September than in any other month.

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Florida (259 bites) Volusia, home to world-famous Daytona Beach, has the dubious honor of being known as the “shark bite capital of the world.” New Smyrna Beach, just south of the city, is an epicenter of shark activity.

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The Lemon Shark is the most common shark we see off the coast of Florida. Lemon Sharks are known to migrate to our waters annually for a mating aggregation.

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Florida has seven of the nation's 10 “deadliest beaches,” according to a travel survey, and shark attacks were a key factor. New Smyrna Beach, 105 miles southeast of Jacksonville, topped the list with 32 shark attacks since 2010, Travel Lens reports.

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Is it safe to swim in Florida beaches sharks? Naylor emphasizes it's perfectly safe to swim in Tampa Bay, but you should always know what to do in case you see a shark. He advises to: Avoid swimming at dawn and dusk, when sharks tend to be on the hunt.

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Some of the safest beaches in Florida that are free of sharks or alligators include Clearwater Beach, Siesta Key Beach, and Captiva Island Beach.

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All beaches are safe to swim in but always be observant of your surroundings look out for rip currents they can appear without warning so always keep an eye on the lifeguards, and most of all DON'T swim too far out as you will come into contact with sharks.

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Siesta Key, Santa Rosa Beach, and Key Biscayne are among the safest beach towns in Florida with low crime rates and welcoming locals. Visitors to Anna Maria Island can enjoy the beautiful beaches and a tight-knit community that prioritizes safety.

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Miami is known for its beautiful beaches and warm weather, making it a popular destination for swimming. Here are some of the best places to swim in Miami: South Beach - This is one of the most famous beaches in Miami, with its wide stretch of white sand and turquoise waters.

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The researchers had expected sharks to stay clear of crowded areas like large land animals tend to do, but instead found them spending a significant amount of time in waters where people like to take a dip.

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