When Sharks Attack

Floridas picturesque mid-Atlantic coast has long been a popular destination for surfers and swimmers, but three recent shark attacks in a 24-hour period are spreading fear across the beaches. Join Nat Geo WILD as we investigate the shocking attacks to find out what turned these peaceful shores into a feeding ground for unwanted visitors -- and if it will happen again.

The densely populated coastline of Southern California has suddenly come under attack by natures largest and most ferocious predator, leaving unsuspecting beach goers at the mercy of a bloodthirsty beast with a taste for human flesh.

Between 2012 and 2013 Maui, Hawaii is rocked by an unprecedented wave of shark attacks, 3 times more than average, leading scientists and state officials to wonder what’s happening, and when the sharks will strike next.

Once the filming location for the infamous movie "Jaws", Cape Cod laughed at the unlikely association with fishy predators. But in 2012, the peaceful tourist destination suddenly comes under siege from sharks.

The Carolina coast boasts 500 miles of safe sandy beaches, making it a premiere tourist destination. But in 2015, this family vacation hotspot became a shark attack hell. Day after day, adults and children had dangerous encounters, eventually totaling an unprecedented 16 victims. Limbs were lost, lives were changed, and we are on a mission to figure out why.

In 2015, the northern coast of New South Wales, Australia is devastated by 9 shark attacks. What is behind this spike in shark encounters?

In 2015, Oahu is the site of three mysterious shark attacks in just under three weeks, with two victims suffering life-changing injuries.

A rugged coastline renowned for its picturesque cliffs and sandy beaches just north of San Francisco becomes a nightmare in 2004 when the area is stunned by four separate shark attacks over the course of six months.

In 2011, the Seychelles archipelago is rocked by two deadly shark attacks in two weeks.

Investigators try to uncover the cause behind South America’s deadliest coast.

Southern California is the site of a shocking twelve shark attacks in just two years. Experts race to solve the cause behind this frightening spike.

In Western Australia, shark attacks are on the rise… and investigators are racing to find out why.

The first ever spate of shark attacks on the Jersey Shore leaves four beachgoers dead, and a nation terrified. So, why did it happen?

Between 2013 and 2015, the tropical beaches of Hawaii are the site of nine shark attacks. In the wake of these tragic events, experts are determined to find out what’s behind this string of horrifying encounters.

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In the last decade, alone there have been twenty-seven shark attacks in South Africas Western Cape, including eleven fatalities and two amputations, and the numbers keep growing.

Experts investigate cases where sharks have attacked people.

Experts investigate cases where sharks have attacked people.

Experts investigate cases where sharks have attacked people.

Los Angeles is shocked by four shark attacks in four months.

Three alarming shark attacks occur in the Bahamas in just thirty-nine days.

A small Alabama beach town emerges as an unlikely shark attack hot spot.