Shark attack details: Matagorda Beach, Texas, Reported 29-Mar-2011
| Date of attack: |
March 29th 2011 |
| Location: |
Matagorda Beach, Texas |
| Shark species: |
Blacktip shark pup |
| Name of victim: |
Orlando |
| Sex of victim: |
M |
| Activity: |
Standing, holding shark pup |
| Injury: |
Minor laceration to shoulder from captive shark PROVOKED INCIDENT |
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