Shark attacks are far rarer than popular culture suggests, with everyday accidents posing far greater risks. Yet the fear surrounding sharks appears to be far older than newspapers or movies.

A surfer remains hospitalized after being attacked by a shark in Australia. At around 6:20 p.m. local time on Monday, Jan. 19, Andre de Ruyter was bitten by a shark while surfing at North Steyne Beach ...

Sharks are mysterious creatures that we are still learning a lot about. Because of movies like “Jaws” though, many people ...