Experts: Shark Sightings, While Unnerving, Actually Mean The Ecosystem In The Body Of Water Is Very Healthy

By CBS New York Team, CBS New York

July 12, 2022

More recent shark sightings have lifeguards on increased patrol on Long Island.

But experts explained to CBS2's Leah Mishkin on Monday why it's a positive sign for our waters.
A shark sighting is not what we hope for when we go to the beach, at least not for most, but Stony Brook University Marine Sciences Center manager Chris Paparo says it's good news.

"It means our waters are healthy and clean," Paparo said.

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