A rare event intrigued residents and visitors to Buraco da Velha beach, in Brasília Teimosa, South Zone of Rio de Janeiro. Recife, in Pernambuco.
Two baby sharks were spotted in a natural pool near the beach. The fact was recorded and shared, becoming quite successful on the internet.
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The incident, shared on the social networks of Rádio Brasília Teimosa, attracted attention due to the fact that this area is not considered a risk zone for shark attacks due to the presence of reefs.
What led these animals to be so close to the coast?
According to Danise Alves, general manager of coastal areas at the Department of the Environment, Sustainability and Fernando de Noronha (Semas), a peculiar phenomenon may have contributed to the baby sharks becoming trapped in the natural pool.
She explained that the occurrence of the supermoon led to a significantly high tidal range. This phenomenon would have been responsible for bringing the waves closer to the coast.
As a result, the sharks were pushed into shallower areas. With the tide receding, the cubs ended up trapped in the natural pool formed in the rocks.
The sharks in question belong to the species known as blacktips. Danise Alves, who is also executive secretary of the State Committee for Monitoring Incidents with Tubarões (Cemit), stated that this species has no history of incidents with humans in Pernambuco.
The presence of the animals did not put swimmers at risk
She clarified that, unlike other species such as tiger sharks and bull sharks, blacktips do not pose a direct threat to swimmers.
Although the puppies are in a harmless phase of their life cycle, Danise Alves recommended that people avoid direct contact with them.
Young sharks already have adequate teeth to capture prey corresponding to their size, and human interactions can cause stress and potential injuries to the animals.
The expert also advised that, in similar situations, where animals are trapped in tide pools during low tide, the population should avoid intervening.
The ideal is to wait for high tide, when the animals will be able to return to their natural environment. Water always covers the reefs during high tide, reducing the risk of re-trapping.
Although the occurrence of sharks in natural pools is rare, experts reinforce the importance of respect the habitat of these animals and promote harmonious coexistence between marine species and other creatures humans.
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