The unlucky adventurer had been swimming some 15 miles out to sea during the 180 per person excursion when the shark, unprovoked, suddenly bit her leg. The last thing we want is to let speculation drive the media into a world of bad press for the sharks, under no fault of their own. You don't want to be using your hands to do it. In April, a suspected basking shark was captured on video Cornish women are becoming the driving force at the world's largest china clay pit. "The shark was spotted swimming in between boats and came very close to the shore, swimming past tourists in just a few feet of water. The snorkeler - who was bitten while taking part in a 'snorkel with sharks' experience with Blue Shark Snorkel Trips - has stressed that they do not want this "very scary incident" to alter people's perception of blue sharks. However, the person added, "I don't for a second want this freak event to tarnish the reputation of an already persecuted species.". Something went wrong, please try again later. "The coastguard team met the casualty at Penzance harbour to assist with passing them into the care of the ambulance service.". Huge 'shark' fin is spotted off the coast of Cornwall sparking concern from beachgoers. "Simon had a great passion for nature and the sea, as well as being a very talented photographer," they said, adding that they were very proud of him and would "miss him terribly". It showed the large fish slowly drifting in 'waist deep' water near to the popular resort of Tenby in Pembrokeshire. 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Local media suggests she had been out on a blue shark sightseeing trip at the time. "I wanted to thank everyone for their amazing actions. I am fortunate enough to be surrounded by a stunning coastline which I love to explore on foot or by SIB taking in the amazing scenery, sea life and if Im lucky, dinner!. The species - spotted swimming in a marina yards from a busy a tourist spot - is a shallow water variety rarely spotted in the UK. Prefers temperatures of 12-20C but can tolerate 830C. We all take these risks when we enter the habitat of a predator and we can never completely predict the reactions of a wild animal.. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Local media suggests she had been out on a blue shark sightseeing trip at the time. What was a very scary incident was made so much easier by the kindness and calmness of the people around me. The family of a British man killed by a shark in Australia have paid tribute to him, saying he had a "rare gift" in connecting with people. Two people couldn't have reached around it with their arms. The 7ft porbeagle became known as 'the Beast' following an attack in May 2018. How many types of sharks are there off the coast of Britain? In a statement, she said: I just wanted to say that despite how the trip ended, it was amazing to see such majestic creatures in the wild and I dont for a second want this freak event to tarnish the reputation of an already persecuted species. Read about our approach to external linking. It comes after a recent A blue shark is pictured in this undated file photo. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The swimmer was off the coast of Cornwall with Blue Shark Snorkel, who have said shark attacks are "extremely rare and can be easily misunderstood" if not treated and discussed sensibly. Instead they have become a popular tourist attraction with sightseeing trips. They are also the most heavily fished shark on the planet and are eaten for their meat across the world. Send your story ideas to spotlight@bbc.co.uk. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. According to the Sun, the woman may have required minor plastic surgery following the vicious bite, while witnesses told the paper she let out 'piercing screams', adding that there was 'blood everywhere.'. Experts believe it was a crocodile shark, which normally lives in the tropics, such as Brazil or the north coast of Australia. 'The blood in the water would have stimulated the sharks senses and they would approach initially looking for dinner. I was experiencing a mixture of excitement and adrenaline. Just a month before that a 400lb porbeagle was reeled in by Ian Tyldesley and Sam Narbett, who were fishing about 10 miles off from St Ives. Despite the appearance of their huge gaping jaws, these massive fish are not dangerous to humans as they feed on plankton. I soon focused on getting a good look at the magnificent creature just feet away from me. Tributes have been pouring in from Cornwall and Australia for Simon Nellist, who tragically died in a shark attack near Sydney. They can grow up to 12ft and weigh up to 600lbs (43-stone), although around the UK they are typically smaller at about 7ft to 8ft. Prefers temperatures of 12-20C but can tolerate 830C. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. After spending hours tempting sharks with chum bait, they were thrilled to catch the 8ft predator, which was safely released back into the sea afterwards. The sun was shining and there wasnt a breath of wind. A snorkeller was left 'screaming for help' after being bitten by a shark off Cornwall in the first attack of its kind in 175 years - in what the victim branded a 'very scary incident' at sea. Oban Jones was bobbing about in a small vessel Shark attacks remain rare, especially in the UK. A swimmer has been bitten by a shark while snorkelling off the coast of Britain, in what is thought to be the first attack of its kind in 175 years. May 2018: A fisherman suffered horrific wounds and was airlifted to hospitalafter he was bitten on the leg by a close relative of the Great White shark on a fishing boat off the coast of Cornwall. The British Sea Fishing website reports: "Blue shark attacks on humans are extremely rare but have been recorded. 'Get out the water! At first I was a little cautious of such a large toothy creature being so close to my small inflatable boat but I reminded myself that the Porbeagle shark feeds exclusively on fish and poses no harm to humans. 'These sort of trips have to be handled both sensitively for the shark and also safely for those who are taking part. It warns that blue sharks are "apex predators" with no natural predators and participants "swim with them knowing there is a risk.". Working for Imerys at the lunar landscape of Littlejohns pit near Nanpean, we went to meet some of the women behind the wheel of the huge dump trucks. She was brought back to shore where she received medical attention from paramedics. "We immediately enacted our emergency response plan, with first aid being carried out on the person involved. A swimmer has been bitten by a shark while snorkelling off the coast of Cornwall. "We all take these risks when we enter the habitat of a predator and we can never completely predict the actions of a wild animal.". Cornish women are becoming the driving force at the world's largest china clay pit. There has never been single confirmed sighting of a great white off Britain. ', Penzance Harbour, where the organised excursion had set off from before the bit happened. The company said in a statement on its Facebook page: As we know, these things can happen when we choose to interact with wild animals in their own environment. We didn't keep her by the boat long, just enough to get a picture and then we let it go.". A shark expert has dismissed claims of an "unusually large" shark photographed off the coast of Cornwall over the weekend. Blue Shark Snorkel Trips said in a statement: 'We want to make everyone aware that we have had an incident. The swimmer was rushed back into the chartered boat where she was given immediate first aid and taken ashore for further treatment. Habitat: Often found in the open ocean from the surface to depths of 600m. They are also the most heavily fished shark on the planet and are eaten for their meat across the world. 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According to the conservation society the Shark Trust there are actually more than 40 different species of shark which pass through UK waters. The woman is understood to have been in the water near the harbour in Penzance when the beast allegedly struck on July 28. Experts said it was the first incident involving a surfer in British waters, and one of only a handful of attacks in the past 100 years. With its stunning beaches, glorious countryside, ancient traditions and fierce sense of identity, it's no wonder millions of people visit the county every year. ", He said: "They're such beautiful animals. 'Later in the same month another beach in West Dorset had to be closed for an hour and a half due to another blue shark.'. ", "First aid (was) carried out on the person involved.". August 2021: The RNLI closed a busy Dorset beach last summer after a shark was reportedly spotted in the water. ", Snorkeler: 'Freak event' should not tarnish the reputation of a 'persecuted species'. After being taken ashore and treated by paramedics, the snorkeler was taken to hospital for stitches but has since been released. Unprovoked counts. THIS is the terrifying moment a huge shark which has been known to attack humans circled a fishermans tiny boat. In May last year fisherman Jay Oxenham, from Berkshire, reeled in an 8ft porbeagle off Falmouth. He had a rare gift of instantly being able to connect with others, gaining their trust and respect.". The last thing we want is to let speculation drive the media into a world of bad press for the sharks, under no fault of their own. Follow BBC News South West on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. The firm shared a statement from the victim, who said: I just wanted to say that despite how the trip ended, it was amazing to see such majestic creatures in the wild and I dont for a second want this freak event to tarnish the reputation of an already persecuted species. The swimmer was off the coast of Cornwall with Blue Shark Snorkel, who have said shark attacks are "extremely rare and can be easily misunderstood" if not treated and discussed sensibly. In a statement, the boat tour agency said: "As we know, these things can happen when we choose to interact with wild animals in their own environment. Last year a professional fisherman reeled one only a mile off Falmouth. They are a predator.". The alleged attack follows a number of sightings reported along the south coast of England this year. The species, which can measure up to 13ft and weigh 400lb, is found in every sea and ocean except the Arctic. Blood was pouring down my leg and the pain was so intense. The woman is understood to have been in the water near the harbour in Penzance when the beast allegedly struck on July 28. After reflecting on the amazing experience, he said: It was a perfect day to be at sea even in a small boat such as mine. 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