Spearfishing Bull Shark Encounter, Yap, Micronesia

No, I did not panic and swim like a maniac. But, I did feel fear and I knew I was in danger. This is my story.

[@georgecurtis6463]

Interesting. I grew up in yap in the 50s and later visited often later. I did a lot of spear fishing as a kid in the 50s and later in my teens. In all those times of spear fishing inside and outside the reef, i never had any issues with sharks. Yes, i did loose a bunch of fish off a drag line behind me once. Yes, once. Other than that the sharks would or would not show any interest in me. When they showed interest they just basically did a check and then leave. In fact the only time i ever felt uncomfortable spear fishing was when i didnt see sharks. I also know where you were.

[@jamescarid3448]

Bull's are dangerous. Are you heading back any time soon? Cheers.

[@jonberger4679]

I am currently applying for jobs there. We will see what happens later this coming summer. Yes, I do want to go back.

[@christinawilliams.2238]

My dad caught a lot of sharks in yap I didn't know those bull shark in y a p