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Plett Shark Spotters have sighted a record 104 White sharks along its coastline in September – the most sightings in a single month this year.
Plettenberg Bay has experienced increased white shark activity in recent years and tragically suffered two fatal shark bite incidents within three months of each other in 2022.
Following these incidents, the Plett Shark Action Group invited Shark Spotters, an established shark safety organisation operating in Cape Town since 2004, to partner with them to implement effective shark safety activities at strategic beaches in the area.
Today, trained spotters operate at five of Plett’s busiest beaches, creating 14 full-time employment and skills development opportunities for locals from under-resourced communities. On top of this, they also partner with and support existing local conservation organisations to increase their conservation impact in the area.
Despite the amazing work these okes are doing, they still rely 100% on donations to keep going.Fortunately for them, 2oceansvibe readers not only have a deep love for our oceans but also dig the holiday vibes in Plett. So why not consider helping these guys out, so they can keep beach-goers safe while at the same time collecting valuable research data?
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Whether you’re a Plett local or a visitor, why not sign up for a monthly donation to help protect both people and sharks in Plettenberg Bay?
You can sign up at https://www.payfast.co.za/donate/go/PlettSharkSpotters, or simply scan the QR code:
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Thanks, Richard!
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