Have you ever heard of a manatee getting blamed for underwater wreckage… only for bull sharks to be the real culprits?
That’s just the opening act in our deep dive into bizarre Texas shark lore.
👉 Watch my video commentary on this wild story here.
Untangling Fact from Fiction
- Manatee mistaken identity
A gentle sea cow once took the blame for damage in Texas waters—but mounting evidence suggests the real culprits were juvenile bull sharks stirring up trouble. - The “lassoed” bull shark rumor
A newspaper once claimed Texas game wardens “lassoed” a bull shark after it attacked someone. Spoiler: that’s pure myth, and I’ll explain why in the video. - A 40-year-old great white tale
Decades ago, whispers spread that a “baby great white” was found in Sabine Lake. We’ll sift through whether that story has any teeth—or if it’s just another fishy rumor.
From jaw-dropping legends to real shark science, this commentary explores the history, the hype, and what’s actually swimming beneath the surface of Texas waterways.
👉 Don’t miss the full video here.
🦈 The Auction Is Live!
We’re thrilled to launch a special auction benefiting our upcoming Wild Wishes® shark experience for two kids next month!
Our friend, Shellie Eric Borel, has created two incredible shark-inspired artworks now up for bidding:
- Shark and Swimmer — 16” x 23”
- Dorsal Fin — 36” x 24”
Bidding starts at just $25, and every dollar goes toward giving children facing hardships a once-in-a-lifetime shark adventure.
We’re running this auction in honor of a legendary shark film returning to theaters this Friday for its 50th anniversary.
The Wild Wishes® program grants wildlife encounters for hurting children—this is a chance to help us help them.
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