How to Avoid a Shark Attack

The odds of being attacked by are shark are pretty low. You will probably win the lottery or simply drown before you come face to face with Jaws. However, if you are concerned, take a few simple precautions and stay at the top of the food chain. Read on to learn how to avoid a shark attack.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Do not swim alone. This is a pretty good rule of thumb in general, but it also serves to keep the sharks away. They are less likely to attack a group of swimmers.
2. Avoid swimming in areas where sharks often come to feed. Drop offs, sand bars and river mouths provide good hunting grounds. Also avoid active fishing spots. Staying away from the shark's buffet line keeps you from being mistaken for a side dish.
3. Enjoy the ocean during the day. Avoid swimming at night, at dusk or at dawn when sharks are most active.
4. Take off jewelry before swimming. Reflective objects can resemble fish scales. It's also best to avoid using baby oil or greasy sunscreens.
5. Choose a bathing suit carefully. Contrasting colors catch a shark's attention. They don't seem to have a preference between bikinis or a one piece, but losing a few pounds could ensure your safety. Great Whites prefer animals like seals that have a lot of fatty tissue.
6. Stay out of the water if you are bleeding. Menstruating women might want to pay particular attention to this one.
7. Splash as little as possible. Remain still so you don't attract attention to yourself. It is also recommended that you don't call out "Here sharky, sharky, sharky."