Sperm Whales Protecting Diver from Shark

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
Two giant sperm whales protect a diver from an aggressive oceanic whitetip shark off the coast of Mauritius. The whales chase off the shark to ensure the diver's safety.

Key Points

  • Sperm whales intervened to protect the diver from the aggressive shark
  • Whales chased off the shark to ensure the diver's safety
  • Diver managed to return safely to the boat due to the protective actions of the whales

Pros

  • Sperm whales demonstrate protective behavior towards a diver in distress
  • Diver's safety ensured by the intervention of the whales

Cons

  • Oceanic whitetip sharks are known to be aggressive and dangerous to humans