Man critically injured after shark attack near Rottnest Island
A man in his thirties is in critical condition following a shark attack off Rottnest Island near Perth. Emergency services, including a rescue helicopter, responded to the scene after the incident. There have been hundreds of shark incidents in Australia, with scientists suggesting environmental changes could be influencing shark behavior. The attack highlights ongoing concerns about shark encounters in the region.
What we know
- A man in his thirties was attacked by a shark off Rottnest Island near Perth.
- Emergency services, including a rescue helicopter, police, and island responders, attended the scene.
- Nearly 1,300 shark incidents have occurred around Australia since 1791, with over 260 fatalities.
- The most recent fatality was a 12-year-old boy who died after a shark attack in Sydney Harbour in January.
- Scientists believe crowded waters and rising ocean temperatures may be affecting shark migratory patterns.
