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Shark Attack: Man Killed in Israel, Scientists Blame Feeding Practices

Shark Attack: Man Killed in Israel, Scientists Blame Feeding Practices

In April, a man snorkeling in Israel was killed by sharks, a rare event.

Scientists believe the sharks' unusual behavior is due to humans feeding them.

Tourists and boat operators have been giving sharks food, causing them to associate humans with meals.

This has led to the sharks approaching divers, creating competition for food, and triggering aggressive feeding frenzies.

The experts say the solution is to stop all artificial feeding of sharks to change their behavior and prevent future attacks.

This incident highlights the dangers of human interference in the natural habits of marine animals.

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