Sharks of the Jersey Shore | Newark News

Sharks aren’t lurking to attack you at the Jersey Shore—they’re busy hunting fish and crabs on the ocean floor. Scientists like Tobey Curtis from NOAA have spent decades tagging and studying over 20 shark species in these waters, from smooth dogfish to great whites, revealing a thriving underwater ecosystem. Boat trips offer thrilling moments of close-up contact with these powerful creatures, whose senses and strength are awe-inspiring. While drones are being tested for shark spotting, experts say they’re not very effective for deeper-swimming species. These apex predators are vital to ocean health—and mostly harmless to humans. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/295b9cd48b25b8c5