Great white shark attacks on humans may be case of mistaken identity, study suggests

Apex predator is not a mindless killer' and a better understanding of why sharks bite humans could mitigate attacks, Australian researchers say

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On the rare occasion a great white shark attacks a human, the bite may be the result of mistaken identity, according to new research.

A study by Australian scientists suggests the apex predator may not be able to visually distinguish surfers and swimmers at the water's surface from their natural prey.

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