Captive nurse shark birth caught on video

Staff at China’s Yantai Haichang Whale and Shark Aquarium have caught the birth of a nurse shark pup on film. The staff at the aquarium were keeping an eye on the expectant shark round the clock in order to capture footage of the birthing event. The newborn shark was removed from the main aquarium area to protect it from other predators but will be returned when it’s older.

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About George Probst

George T Probst is an award-winning American photographer best known for his underwater great white shark photography. In addition to his work underwater, Probst travels to schools, businesses, and communities for public speaking events to discuss the importance of sharks and ocean conservation.

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