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Whale carcass attracts sharks close to shore off Dawesville

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 09:14

By Monique Welhan

The shark was pictured feeding on the whale carcass off Dawesville. PIC: Quintin Bowles/Facebook

A whale carcass is attracting sharks close to shore off Dawesville.

The carcass was reported around 7.30am on Wednesday about 300-metres off Florida Beach.

Drone images show what appears to be a tiger shark feeding on the carcass.

Beachgoers are being advised to be extra cautious when entering the water.

PIC: Quintin Bowles/Facebook

PIC: Quintin Bowles/Facebook

PIC: Quintin Bowles/Facebook

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