Shark attack at 16 miles off Hilton Head, South Carolina, Usa

Shark attack details: 16 miles off Hilton Head, South Carolina, 01-Feb-17
Date of attack: February 1st 2017
Location: 16 miles off Hilton Head, South Carolina
Shark species: Great white shark, female, 14'
Name of victim: Tagging sharks, Chip Michelove & crew
Sex of victim:
Activity: Fishing
Injury: Shark bit boat, no injury to occupants

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White shark, female, 14' Great white shark, female, 14'

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