Very Large Great White Shark Reacts to Standup Paddleboarder

Recently, I've been filming large great white sharks. These are sub-adult and adult white sharks I've been filming this month.
It's is known that large adult white sharks tend to stay offshore in California while the juveniles hang out in near-shore waters. Lately, it's been the large females near shore I've been observing.
DISCLAIMER:
I'm NOT a marine biologist. As with all KZbin content, I encourage independent verification of facts via official scientific and trustworthy sources. I will strive to post citations for any information I discuss here whenever possible. My goal is to use photography and drones to bring awareness to wildlife and the nature around us. I welcome collaborations with scientists to bring cinematic elements to the educational presentation.
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[@DC-bx8ww]

As a kid I loved shark week on discovery. But you are the best at showing sharks how they truely behave.

[@andyfriederichsen]

I love how the paddleboarder takes out his phone and starts filming or photographing the shark.

[@mabinogidrws]

Thank you for giving a warning. I really hate seeing any living thing suffering, so I clicked away when you said to. And also, thank you for documenting these majestic creatures without bothering them. You should be on Shark Week!!!

[@annabizaro-doo-dah]

I agree. We need to start an alternative shark week with less drama and more realism

[@jasras5003]

Then you're living too comfortably in life. No one likes seeing living things suffer. Nature is both beautiful and horrifying. This isn't a Disney movie.

[@mabinogidrws]

@@jasras5003congratulations on your massive balls 👏

[@SirKolass]

He just showed a dead white shark, no suffering.

[@Batgirl1979]

@@jasras5003 There are things I have seen unintentionally online that will pop up and play like a movie over and over when I try to sleep. Being sensitive to certain images does not mean you are living too comfortably. It means you know what will likely traumatize you and appreciate when others take that into consideration.

[@nikossmouliotis4053]

Still can’t believe how the paddle borders are not scared…this was a 12 ft shark there and he was like chill and lets make a selfie! You’re guys are crazy

[@bleachers97]

Incredible footage..keep up the great work youre doing mate!

[@bigblue7091]

I just Hope other Influential Folks like Paul Walker are Out there 🌍

[@crazycasy]

This guy on the paddle board looks like he is strolling threw a park, absolutely no fear

[@jmalexander131]

Thank you for the links to agencies that respond to polluters and animal cruelty. While the proceding portion of the video was beautiful and educational. the image of the desecrated shark body was important for all to see. It was a perfect illustration that man is a greater threat to sharks than the reverse.

[@Texas240]

Humans kill up to 273 million sharks per year. Sharks kill less than 10 per year (5 in 2022) out of about 50 bite incidents. So, you're absolutely right.

[@fastfreeks]

Unfortunately caltip is so under staffed that all you can do is leave a massage and maybe someone will get back to you but I guarantee nobody will come to apprehend the person or people as they will be long gone before authorities show up.

[@juslookin2]

Thank you for all you do. Your videos are truly mesmerizing,educational and beautiful. It’s sickening to see such a beautiful creature all torn up by humans.

[@ExpectedBoy]

​@THEcomplainingCHANNELyou're clearly new to this channel. I'm British and know he does what he does to educate and conserve marine life.

[@Readysetgo2007]

​@THEcomplainingCHANNELI think it's educational since we learn a bit about shark behaviour.

[@c2jones]

​@____________________________51 Truly ignorant comment.

[@BudaKhan420]

Wow, I can't believe that's happening off our coast. If they catch those guys poaching those sharks, they could feed them to the sharks for all I care.

[@garyt123]

Unfortunately the sharks would have little interest in eating them.... 😅

[@BudaKhan420]

@@garyt123 that’s fixed by just adding a little blood to the water

[@garyt123]

@@BudaKhan420 Don't think so either, maybe dressing them up as seals and dragging them behind a boat around Guadalupe Island would work though! 🤔

[@BudaKhan420]

@@garyt123 nope they’d bloody drown before the sharks got to them. Just take them a mile out to sea, drop them off, and say “God will sort you out from here”.

[@Dhfhucudu]

@@garyt123That doesn’t mean they won’t mistake the poachers for food and that the attack won’t kill them. Great whites make up the majority of shark attacks on humans where they have been attacked even without looking like seals. But in places where great whites r more so in proximity to humans, this is not really the case.

[@denisek292]

You’re exactly correct about GW’s positive impact on our ecosystem. It’s exciting to have increased sightings of GW’s in the Gulf of Mexico, and closer to beaches in Pensacola and Gulf Shores. They’re not babies, either. One caught off Orange Beach, not too long ago, was approximately 13 feet long. Divers have encountered a few while spear fishing. Definitely good news after 2010’s massive oil spill!

[@SongOfSongsOneTwelve]

I just love these beautiful drone shots and your relaxing, informative narration! You are making a difference for marine life, so thank yiu so much! Just collecting data itself is important, but putting these videos out for the public so they can be educated is priceless. Hopefully, this next generation will grow up with a passion to contribute to the world around them with new technology and information you’ve provided on your channel. 😊❤

[@FintasticFilms]

Unreal footage! Some of your best yet

[@GreatWhiteDronE]

Nice footage! Love the comparison to the smaller sharks!

[@hays0714]

Your footage is out of this world. Thank you for what you do. I hope more people watch these videos and educate themselves on sharks 🦈 ❤

[@tiffinyanderson4403]

Your footage is simply amazing and educational. Thank you in helping humans learn more about the great white sharks.

[@amydoucette1753]

I love Great Whites so much and it is my absolute dream to see one in person.

[@ChrisAndCats]

I really hate how their teeth come out. That said, I don't want one to be hurt though.

[@hamptonsdroneart]

Thank you for being an inspiration, great seeing you on BBC and it was an honor to be included in a feature with you! ....you always provide such valuable information and beauty.

[@middlefinger9995]

Thanks for all your awesome videos!

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Wow! Thanks so much! That made my morning!

[@nikkilovesrocks]

The distanced covered from a couple tail propulsions is crazy. Definitely covering large areas of ocean.

[@NotMorganFreeman.]

Amazing footage as usual. Hopefully you witness whomever is doing this.

[@rushiaskinnerwallace6175]

Your footage is amazing to watch and your knowledge and respect for sharks impressive. But what stands out as different to me about your videos is how centered and balanced they feel, especially for it being around something that can feel upsetting, and this allows the information you’re sharing be received and processed more gently and deeply. Also, your consideration and sensitivity to all in the way you give warnings is much appreciated. Just a lot of grace and compassion along side your ‘real talk’ about these creatures and the nature of things going on. Very commendable.

[@Breathless00700]

Love your videos! Truly beautiful. Heartbreaking how cruel people can be but so thankful that you’re educating others and providing resources in case people witness such horrific acts. Thank you! ❤

[@gijane880]

😢 I had no idea of such cruelty, we need to create and vote on propositions to protect our sea creatures of all kind, thanks for sharing this awareness

[@frankorobinson1540]

Great whites are protected in the waters or even if already dead on the ⛱ beach the fine can be hefty when caught 😮this is the problem the ocean is very big so catching them is very hard😮but some do get caught 😊

[@fastfreeks]

They are protected in the states.

[@helenwhitenyc1]

Thank you for raising awareness about sharks. Beautiful video

[@GoogleBot-lf7xv]

That’s so sad. Sharks are great. Thanks for raising awareness about this.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thanks for watching!

[@slyderace]

Liked and shared!! :D I love your content. You are one of the top reasons more people are less afraid of sharks nowadays. As a scuba diver myself, I would NOT freak out if I came face-to-face with a shark, thanks to your content! :D

[@justinhealey2408]

I agree drone footage has shown new angles on how to try and handle a meeting, just hope he isn't too hungry because they will eat us..let's keep it real

[@Readysetgo2007]

​@@justinhealey2408Maybe try redirecting the shark before it tries eating you. If possible.

[@hanoitripper1809]

@@Readysetgo2007redirecting

[@sgardner4313]

Agreed; I love the footage he gets with these drones. Biologists always say that sharks aren't generally hunting people, but it's hard to really process this until you see this kind of footage, over and over where sharks essentially ignore or avoid people even in close proximity. The emphasis on their unpredictability highlights the need to respect their space, but also not to be in constant terror.

[@justinhealey2408]

@@hanoitripper1809 lol oh sure

[@shellydesormier4646]

Seeing the size of the larger shark compared to the paddle boarder is alarming. I can only imagine how HUGE the shark must seem to that guy. I hope whoever is trophy hunting those sharks is caught soon and skinned alive. Or, eye for an eye, fed to sharks. 🦈 ☮️🍃

[@frankorobinson1540]

Maybe the next time they will slip up and land near enough to the beast and its jaw for it the bite them in half😂😂😂

[@sorrycharlieeeeee]

Thank you for all your knowledge and sharing all this important information to the world💚

[@Nitekrawler45]

Thank you for all you do, you’re an invaluable asset to shark conservation and education.

[@sherylbjerre9636]

Always excited when your videos pop up. Having seen how a Cape Cod Community is responding to the presence of Great Whites, they would do well to see that large shark flee from the paddle-boarder. ( so tragic & cruel what you discovered, I hope to God the culprits are caught!)

[@Ck-zk3we]

A kayaker was attacked a few years ago. It’s random.

[@Londoner37]

Very good edited sound and picture this time. I really liked the flow from dolphins to birds…good camera and the 17seconds in the beginning were very nice intro. Good video.

[@traetaute4745]

Great job /skill in panning out with the drone as the GW sprinted away...amazing and beautiful.

[@ShepherdsCreek]

I love your work. It is so important. Thank you for doing this!

[@thedudenessquoting]

Thank you for all your content. Appreciate you dude!

[@lyric8006]

Fascinating video. It’s interesting t to see birds fly right underneath your drone.

[@barry7920]

Well done - very nice videography, and unlike the typical shark clip narration, your voiceover is providing helpful, in-depth context

[@BlaXXXima]

Very glad I followed this channel. Both informative, and relaxing. Great quality content.

[@dans3344]

Please provide more information regarding the poaching of great whites in Cali. I fish very frequently and I'm very active in the off shore fishing community, none of us have been made aware of the GW poaching...

[@jogglehead]

That shark was camera shy. When it saw the paddle-boarder preparing to film, it bolted!

[@hopedoede7121]

I just want to say I love your videos. Thank you. The You tuber Shark Bytes mentioned you with utmost respect your name on one of his videos answering his viewers questions about wanting to see a collaboration with you. So I looked you up. I subscribed and will definitely continue to look forward to new videos. Honestly, I think it would be awesome to see at least one collaboration between you too. You both are knowledgeable and show your compassion and conservation on educating the public. A voice for something that can't speak for its self and that has unfortunately been made into villains instead of the respect they deserve and you both give them. Im impressed how easily you both talk to your viewers with much respect and understanding and not under estimating our intelligence while still entertaining us at the same time. Thank you. Can't wait to watch more. Thanks for reading 😊

[@Nyip2344]

Well said 👏 That's one collaboration I'd love to see too. Great idea.

[@catherinenieves5106]

They are beautiful creatures. We swim in their waters.

[@suzanne8284]

Stunning footage! Thank you!

[@Io-Io-Io]

You are doing great educational work here For scientists and normalos alike👍

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Many thanks

[@adrianthomas6244]

Many thanks for the video sharks are an amazing creation of the true GOD JEHOVAH, here in UK there was a loverly clip on KZbin of a man who helped to save the life of a shark that got beached and was dying, I think there were others too who helped, so it's nice to know there are decent humans on the earth, as regards to the cruel evil murderers I personally would feed them to a shark, I hate cruelty to God's creatures

[@daleblanchard1768]

@@TheMalibuArtist and thank you for showing me, and everyone else, there are more than just juveniles along the Californian beaches where you most often film 🙂 We're learning so much about Great White Shark behaviour from your channel. Watching the approx 12 footer in this video turn and race away from the paddle boarder was the last thing you'd think a GWS of that size would do...or maybe that's what we should expect? Again, we're learning so much; thank you.

[@andrewsmedley5913]

You have a great channel, and are really making a difference. 👍👍

[@melissawright5716]

Dude. My dude. You are everything. Thank you so much for what you do. I hope you are making millions because your content is better than anything on tv. Bless you!

[@arizona_anime_fan]

yet more wonderful content. better and more impactful in just 5:42 then all of discovery managed in shark week this week with their bizarre pseudoscientific stunts. the poached shark was heartbreaking. and watching that great white sprint off was eye opening. that thing was hauling ass. amazing to see something that large move that fast. no wonder why some people when struck by them say it's like being hit by a bus.

[@virgilpmz]

Nice work! Keep it up! Thank you very much

[@kbc1883]

I just don't get how the paddle boarder can appear so calm! I would be quite nervous, even knowing what I've learned from this channel. Cool to see a shark, of course, but holy cow! being knowingly close to that huge of a shark would not be my cup of tea.

[@jaysonb.6669]

I would need at least a million dollars to go out there on that board. I once saw a 5-6 foot Mako Shark about 10 feet away while SeaDoo'ing in Acapulco Mexico and gunned it outta there! 😂

[@MikeHaze-gl8iq]

I love sharks😊❤

[@Kashaisoatmeal]

"There is nothing scarier than an ocean devoid of sharks" Spread the word

[@pwayne3580]

How does this channel not have 4million subscribers?

[@monsterhog1118]

People don't care they'd rather watch a Kardashian paint her nails or something 🙄

[@pwayne3580]

@@monsterhog1118 gospel….

[@Despond]

How about we remove all forms of subs and ratings on videos and go back to just sharing information for the passion? Yeah didn't think so.

[@gregsmw]

11ft shark in the water and the paddleboarder goes RIGHT up to it......jesus christ dude

[@TheMalibuArtist]

That is a 14 footer. Sharks is a good 2 feet lower than the board.

[@charlielynes]

Always stunning, and always informative. ❤

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you so much!

[@suzyq8021]

THAT IS THE BEST EXPLANATION FOR SHARKS I'VE EVER HEARD: WILD AND UNPREDICTABLE.

[@RockDocNeal]

Thank you so much for your work.

[@craigperry5729]

Sharks are the most misunderstood animal on the planet...they are beautiful and EXTREMELY necessary.

[@1SeanBond]

Amazing view! Appreciate your efforts and awesome content! Ty for your efforts in capturing these amazing images. Cheers to continued success!🤝🏼✌🏼

[@hedginbets7356]

Interesting to see that shark suddenly hightail it fast out of there. What do you think may have spooked it? The paddle or realizing the board was almost as big as it or something different?

[@Ck-zk3we]

Something weird and big that wasn’t backing down , better to run

[@anthonyanderson9771]

Just want to say gorgeous footage!

[@predwards8941]

Amazing as always

[@happy-day4you]

Thank you for your information and the countdown

[@AndyLaskey]

Thank you for doing your best for sharks. Living in the UK I was thrilled to hear that science now predicting that Great Whites are on their way to Cornwall. They are amazing I hope those in California get caught and prosecuted.

[@jasongoad2536]

The best channel on KZbin period!

[@Anna-ky7ix]

Thank you for another beautiful video and for highlighting the horrific way humans can treat these vital creatures to healthy oceans so that we can be focused on how to bring about changes to protect the species better.

[@Bubbles-qh7ez]

Please keep us updated if you find out id they find who the poachers are. So upsetting!

[@williamfabiano543]

Very powerful tail, he wasn't comfortable with that paddlboarder

[@kimberlee3243]

Is it possible they are reacting to the drone? I am so glad I found your channel

[@ForViewingOnly]

00:00 - What an amazing opening scene!

[@batsinthebelfry907]

The bigger ones are only evaluating how much energy they would spend if they decided to attack you and make you a meal. So, a major factor would be how recently it has eaten and how hungry it is and if it can spare any energy for an attack. It's why they stalk their prey, boils down to energy expenditure. Other reasons for attacking are territorial but that's a whole other story, they're also at times just coming over out of curiosity. Amazing, beautiful animals.

[@courtneyharper]

Thank you for the warning and the awareness 🙏🏼

[@TheMalibuArtist]

You are so welcome! Thanks for commenting!!

[@razorback0z]

They need to be protected at all costs. One of the most amazing creatures and we understand almost nothing about them.

[@stevenhiser1677]

Fuck that kill them all

[@Uouttooo]

At all costs? Let's throw you in to feed it!

[@edofluit6568]

"we understand almost nothing about them" what? we understand a lot about them...

[@maca5645]

The level of ecodumbness & and ignorance keeps rising. These self hating idiots are having an orgy of guilt feelings and finger pointing, disguised as love of a natural world they do not understand at all.

[@scottc3165]

You do great work. Thank you.

[@deemariedubois4916]

Thank you for another beautiful video.

[@masterofwit339]

It’s truly sickening to know that there are many people in this world who don’t think twice about maiming & poaching sharks. It’s a diabolical historical issue but, that it’s 2023 and remains as a daily activity is just abhorrent. Thanks for the great work that you do, Malibu artist!

[@cathyheston3029]

Maybe that's why sharks are immune to disease. They take care of the weak and sick. You do good work ❤

[@joachimbucherer5030]

Beautiful message and great video ❤

[@panicmosem5969]

Larger sharks tend to be more skeptical or calculating with their food choices because they seem to realize that every attempt to eat requires a high level of energy. If the venture appears too risky to undertake, they will likely pass up the opportunity for an easier target, like a wounded seal or a smaller food source that will put up less of a fight than something as large as themselves.

[@micheleg3040]

Thank you for the amazing work you do on behalf of our ocean creatures. 🦈

[@richierich2534]

I don't understand why your channel doesn't have two million subscribers another great video

[@richierich2534]

One other your narration is perfect you never over do it

[@nathanstevens333]

Absolutely love your videos! Sharks are so often portrayed as vicious killers it is amazing to watch them calmly and peacefully swimming with humans without a second thought. They are majestic, beautiful creatures (yes potentially deadly which adds to their beauty) and they deserve to be protected. Would rather see a planet devoid of humans than sharks (no I am not an eco-terrorist out to destroy humanity)

[@antonyhoffman2149]

thank U for your educational and calm explanation of your observations..

[@Trojan0304]

Perhaps big WS breeding. Best shark channel on KZbin, thanks for sharing. 🦈🦈🦈👏👏

[@michellefury12345]

I love your work...would be a dream to be out there with you!! Fascinating!!❤️

[@marinawahl6727]

thx for your explenation, always on point

[@roadboat9216]

A good number of yrs ago I sailed into Puerto Madeira Mex. Boats came into port unloading huge quantities of huge sharks. They would cut off the fins, the Jaws and then trash them. It was sickening.

[@valariemeltzer1059]

I love your videos very educational. Most sharks do avoid people but only some won't. The blame is on us when we are attacked not on them.

[@bcuzicancuellar5478]

Beautiful footage!

[@JOEROMEIRO]

Amazing work bro!

[@Melsincatuation]

I love that comment!! Nothing is scarier then an ocean devoid of sharks!!

[@loverofthearts222]

Thank you for all you do, your an angel❤🙏

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Wow, thank you!

[@anthonyr587]

The baby GWs are one thing, but it's only a matter of time before one this size takes a swimmer or someone off a paddle board. Its amazing it hasn't happened there already.

[@kenny.g727]

Unpredictable is the key word. I live in Florida and although we have Great White's (not in the numbers you do) , they are far less scary to me than a bull shark . But paddleboarding around a 12ft + GW is risking your life . As fast as it swam away it could have swam at him . As usual , incredible footage 🙏

[@kenny.g727]

And to add , I agree with you that there is nothing scarier than an ocean devoid of sharks. They play such a vital role in our ecosystem and they are majestic in every sense of the word ! I pray the people slaughtering them are caught and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law

[@j-r3207]

How can that paddle boarder just stand there like it’s normal to be right next to a huge white shark 🦈… madness! Think not all sharks are just long, some have massive girth too!

[@pencilpauli9442]

WTF is wrong with people. 🤬🤬 Incomprehensible why anyone would want to commit such wanton violence for such little reward.

[@Wrioncnkiye]

Well said. I agree everything you said.

[@AIGUYSLA]

Protect them at all cost!

[@cehamecki7106]

Es ist schön, jüngere und ältere weisse Haie zu sehen. Und es ist ein schönes Video. Danke

[@crispybacon5378]

Amazing video again! 👌

[@snugbug5067]

That is some great oceanic wildlife footage !! That big shark seemed almost lethargic. Maybe he was under weight and needed calories. They do use up a lot, the bigger they are. Glad it was a peaceful encounter.

[@andrewoakley4957]

Don't use energy unnecessarily, unless you want to or need to, nothing wrong with the shark. 😊

[@snugbug5067]

@@andrewoakley4957 ?

[@IsaiahYoung-mu1zh]

I'm here because of the wild time podcast. This is incredible. Subbed

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you!