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flag October sees a spike in shark bites due to hungry tiger sharks near shore, study finds.

flag A University of Hawaiʻi study confirms "Sharktober" is real, with October seeing a significant spike in shark bites—about 20% of all incidents over 30 years—primarily involving tiger sharks, which make up at least 63% of cases. flag The increase is linked to tiger shark parturition in September and October, drawing energy-depleted adult females into nearshore waters to forage. flag The study, based on state data and led by UH Mānoa’s Carl G. Meyer, finds overall risk remains very low and is not due to more people in the water. flag Scientists urge caution during October for solo ocean activities but stress the need for science-based awareness, not fear. flag Future research will track female tiger sharks during pupping season.

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