Great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) are often unfairly the stuff of marine nightmares. But these infamously fearsome creatures are sometimes eaten by an animal even higher on the food ...

Australia’s reputation for shark attacks is well-deserved. The creatures thrive in the continent’s warm, nutrient-rich waters ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dee Why Beach in Sydney is among about 40 beaches closed on Australia's eastern coast after spate of shark attacks. - JEeremy ...

While Australia is often associated with dangerous wildlife, the latest figures point elsewhere.

While the overall risk of a shark attack remains low, experts say warmer waters, various weather events, shifting prey and busier coastlines can increase the risk ...