Shark Choked to Death on Seal

A white pointer shark filmed thrashing around off the North West coast at Coronation Beach, north of Geraldton was later found to have died with a seal stuck in its throat.

Principal research scientist Rory McAuley said the shark which died had a big Australian seal stuck in its throat.

It had no other signs of injury or disease and may have been trying to dislodge the blockage through its unusual behaviour in the shallow waters.

"Such a large object may have damaged the shark's internal organs or impeded water flow into his gills, contributing to his death.

"Alternatively, the shark may have accidentally become stranded in his attempts to get rid of the obstruction," Dr McAuley said.

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