Contender (shark)

Contender is the largest known male great white shark in the Atlantic Ocean. He was found in January 2025, weighs 1,653 pounds (750 kg), and is nearly 14 feet (4.3 m) long.[1] The ocean conservation group OCEARCH tagged him so that he could be studied.[2] In February 2026, it was noted that he was lingering in the Cape Fear area of North Carolina for unknown reasons.[3][4]

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References

  1. ^ Pester, Patrick (2025-02-13). "Massive male great white shark tagged and released off Florida coast in new video". Live Science. Retrieved 2026-03-11.
  2. ^ Nagel, Scott (2026-02-12). "Track the mighty Contender: 1,700-pound great white shark spotted near Cape Fear". WRAL.com. Retrieved 2026-03-11.
  3. ^ "Shark known as 'ultimate ocean warrior' is off North Carolina, tracking reveals". Charlotte Observer.
  4. ^ "1,700-pound great white shark named Contender spotted off North Carolina coast - CBS News". www.cbsnews.com. 2026-02-12. Retrieved 2026-03-11.
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