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California shark sightings near coastal waters
Overview
Recent reports indicate increased shark activity along the California coast. In Manhattan Beach, a shark was filmed in shallow water near surfers at El Porto Beach. While the species was not confirmed, observers suggested it may have been a baby thresher shark. Experts noted that warmer ocean temperatures from El Niño conditions may be driving various species closer to the shore.
Later, a large great white shark, estimated to weigh approximately 1.8 tons, was filmed approaching surfers at Pismo Beach. Drone footage showed the predator swimming close to a longboarder before changing direction.
Entities
Pismo Beach · El Porto Beach · California · Josh Hublitz · Manhattan Beach
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesGreat white shark approaches surfers at Pismo Beach
A large great white shark was filmed swimming within feet of surfers at Pismo Beach, California, on October 28, 2026.
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[CULTURE] 6 sourcesShark spotted swimming near surfers at Manhattan Beach
A shark was filmed swimming in shallow water near surfers at El Porto Beach in Manhattan Beach, California, amid a trend of unusual marine sightings driven by El Niño.
Sources
brasilemfolhas.com.br · foxweather.com