The Great White Invasion: What Maine's Shark Sightings Mean for Our Coastlines As I stood on southern Maine's sun kissed shores, surrounded by beach umbrellas and the distant hum of surfboards, it was hard not to wonder if the laid back vibe of this coastal paradise is about to give way to a more sinister presence.
In 2023, great white shark sightings have surged along Maine's beaches, with some areas reporting as many as 15 sharks per day.
While this may seem familiar in other coastal communities – such as Cape Cod or the Outer Banks – the sheer number of these apex predators has locals and tourists on edge.