Nicaragua, located between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, is known as the geographically largest country in Central America. It’s known for its abundance of lakes, beaches and volcanoes. However, after a few shark-related incidents in popular areas, some wonder if they should proceed with caution when entering Nicaragua’s waters. How Many Shark Attacks Happen in Nicaragua? Shark attacks in Nicaragua are rarely heard of. There have been a total of six reported attacks and three of...

When entering the waters all around the world, there is no denying that you are no longer in complete control. There is a whole other realm just below the surface, much of which is unseen. So with the potential danger that lurks beneath surfers’ boards, particularly sharks, many prefer to err on the side of caution and wear what are known as personal shark deterrents. Do Shark Deterrents Actually Work?  Several studies have been done to assess whether shark deterrents are actually worth...

The long string of tropical islands right at the bottom of Florida is known as the Florida Keys. This 120 mile stretch is filled with...