💨 Abstract

A massive 14-foot, 1,700-pound great white shark named Contender, the largest ever recorded in the Atlantic, has returned to Florida's coast after a 1,000+ mile journey from Canada. Scientists are tracking Contender, a sexually mature male, to understand great white shark mating habits. His proximity to shore during peak breeding season offers valuable insights into their reproductive biology and potential mating grounds, aiding conservation efforts.

Courtesy: Sarah Hooper