Re: Yeah, I've seen stories..

This was filmed at Guadalupe Island-same place and same area we were at. Most of the time these guys and girls (biggies are mostly females) come up from the deep to grab the hunks of fish tied to tethers put our by the boat handlers. Because the cages are close to the bait this is how photo bugs get their great shots. As I've said to you before even thought I've been there and done that I have serious concerns about these creatures becoming normalized around human beings. You will remember my story of a friend out spearfishing late in the afternoon was hit be a great white near the back of his ankle. By the time he was able to get back to the boat he bled out right in front of his teenage son. This happened close to the shore but not too far from where the video was shot. My soap box speech is that if we continue to do this-and we will because of the amount of money involved-the sharks natural shyness and even fear of humans will disappear and more attacks will occur as they associate divers with food. But yes-they are beautiful creatures to see up close and personal. I know its hypocritical of me but I'm glad I did and yet hope the practice stops.