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A Massachusetts fisherman snagged a nine-foot white shark while shore fishing near Nantucket—no easy feat, especially since these protected predators must be released immediately. Instead of cutting the line, Elliot Sudal, a seasoned shark handler with hundreds tagged, calmly climbed onto the shark, secured it in shallow water, and expertly removed the hook—all while letting it swim off in under 15 seconds. This rare catch—his first white shark in over a decade—showed off his skill and calm under pressure, even after past NOAA run-ins. With global populations labeled vulnerable and more sightings off New England due to rising seal populations, this encounter highlights the wild, unpredictable nature of marine life—and reminds us that even a simple fishing trip can turn into a high-stakes wildlife drama.

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