The Atlantic·5 min read·medium
The Year Great-White Sharks Took Over Maine
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Tyler Austin Harper
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Great white shark sightings have increased significantly along the coast of Maine, leading to beach closures and safety concerns. Experts and locals are observing more juvenile sharks in the area, though the exact cause of this migration pattern remains unclear.
Why it matters
The shift in shark populations impacts coastal tourism, local safety protocols, and marine ecosystem management.
More and more people have spotted them this season, but no one knows exactly why—or what to do.
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