When Sharks Attack

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Available on Nat Geo HD
Nat Geo HD

Throughout America's coastline shark attacks are on the rise. Many occur in quick succession at new and surprising locations. As vacationers, scientists and locals are all desperate to uncover what is causing the upsurge, National Geographic Channel investigates the attacks to see what is affecting some of nature's most feared fish. The deep-sea saga employs underwater photography, news archives and testimony to deep dive into mysterious and deadly recent shark attacks.

Fear on Fire Island: Episode Image
Episode 3Fear on Fire Island

Fear In Fire Island: New Smyrna Beach in Florida has the most recorded shark attacks in the world. What is it that attracts sharks to this coastline? (S6, ep 9) 12+

Nightmare on the Cape: Episode Image
Episode 7Nightmare on the Cape

In 2017 and 2018, three Cape Cod beachgoers are attacked by sharks, and one of them is killed. Why did these awful events take place? (S6, ep 10) 12+

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