Why do sharks attack humans?
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Last year there were 57 unprovoked shark bites on humans and experts say these incidents may be increasing due to the impacts of global warming and habitat damage, writes Faiza Saqib
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Despite more great white sharks, attacks on humans rare
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Why do sharks attack humans?
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Shark attack: How often do sharks attack humans – How many are killed in horror attacks?, Science, News
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