Which practices are part of shark safety guidelines?

• A. Avoid dawn/dusk, shiny jewelry, stay in groups
• B. Swim at noon with reflective gear
• C. Enter water alone during dusk
• D. Wear bright jewelry to distract sharks

Answer: (A)

Shark safety hinges on reducing attractants and increasing group awareness during times when sharks are most active. Avoiding dawn and dusk takes you out of peak feeding hours when sharks tend to be near the surface. Not wearing shiny jewelry eliminates a potential attractant that can catch a shark’s eye and resemble prey. Paddling in a group improves visibility, reduces isolation, and provides collective vigilance.

The other options aren’t as protective: swimming at noon with reflective gear can still draw attention in daylight; entering the water alone during dusk removes the safety of being with others; and wearing bright jewelry to distract sharks isn’t a recognized or reliable safety practice and could invite attention.