Shark attack at Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico

Shark attack details: Ensenada, Baja California, 31-Aug-1958
Date of attack: August 31st 1958
Location: Ensenada, Baja California
Shark species: 5.2 m [17'] Hammerhead shark
Name of victim: 16' cabin cruiser with 35 hp outboard motor
Sex of victim:
Activity: Boat stopped to repair electric pump
Injury: Shark tried to bite prop twice

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5.2 m [17'] hammerhead shark 5.2 m [17'] Hammerhead shark

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