During Lent, shark meat demand spikes in Guatemala. But where does it come from, and what species are we eating? This study ...

A shark expert discusses how to safely enjoy ocean swimming while avoiding encounters, noting tracking technology has increased awareness of sharks in coastal waters.

Wondering what sharks swim in Hilton Head waters during the summer? Here’s some of the most common species you may encounter.

Last week, a swimmer was stabbed in the leg by an Atlantic needlefish while swimming off the Jersey coast, police said. The ...

Experts have narrowed down the shark species likely responsible for biting a woman at New York’s Jones Beach State Park last ...

A 9-year-old Florida girl snorkeling in 4-foot-deep waters off a Boca Grande beach was attacked by a shark on June 11.

National Geographic Wild’s gill-ty pleasure, SharkFest, returns for its wildest season yet this July! With over 25 hours of ...

After 15 years of research dedicated to white sharks along the outer edge of Cape Cod, scientists in Massachusetts are now shifting their focus to new, previously unexplored areas. “We’ve been really ...

Rip currents pose the greatest threat to swimmers, but beachgoers should also be careful about wildlife and sun exposure.

David Litt is a former Obama speechwriter, humorist, and joke writer whose latest book is It’s Only Drowning, A True Story of ...

From overpriced disappointments to unforgettable coastal favorites, this guide separates the hits from the misses.

Our list includes a spot in Texas with views of SpaceX launches, an island where wild horses roam, a retreat once frequented ...