Rare footage captured of Great White shark in Mediterranean Sea
Rare footage captured of Great White – In May, a volunteer diver documented a rare meeting with a Great White shark in the Mediterranean Sea, calling it “pretty special.” The encounter occurred as the shark approached closely, leaving the diver visibly shaken, with trembling fingers while attempting to operate the camera.
“The shark was pretty close to us […] And in fact my fingers were trembling when I was trying to get the camera operating,” Derk Remmers shared with the BBC.
Experts suggest overfishing has played a significant role in the species’ near extinction in the region. Despite this, scientists note that the observed shark, believed to be an adult male, was found miles offshore between Tunisia and Sicily, indicating it may not pose an immediate threat to humans.
Conservationists hope the footage could prompt governments to establish marine protected areas in Mediterranean waters, aiming to safeguard the dwindling population.
Space exploration setback as rocket explodes
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket suffered an explosion on a Florida launch pad at Cape Canaveral on Thursday night. This incident marks a challenge for ongoing space initiatives, though specifics about the cause remain under investigation.
BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh discusses how such failures impact the broader goals of space exploration, emphasizing the importance of learning from the mishap to improve future missions.
Notable wildlife events and global landmarks
In a video from Buckingham Palace, wildlife assisted the King in presenting a birthday card to Sir David Attenborough, highlighting the intersection of nature and royal tradition.
Meanwhile, the forest home to Sumatran orangutans was divided by a newly constructed road, raising concerns about habitat fragmentation. Separately, France’s Eiffel Tower and Barcelona’s Sagrada Família Basilica joined other landmarks in a one-hour blackout event, drawing attention to environmental awareness.
Scientific insights and urban green spaces
Studying ice cores provides an environmental record stretching back over a million years, offering critical data on climate change. Baroness Kathy Willis underscores the value of green and blue spaces in urban environments, linking them to biodiversity and human well-being.
The Met Office has issued yellow severe weather warnings for wind and rain, prompting preparations for potential storms. Tenerife experienced snowfall as Storm Therese swept through the Canary Islands, showcasing the region’s unpredictable weather patterns.
Exploring Earth and space
Scientists also examine the impact of illness on astronauts during missions, a topic recently highlighted by BBC Verify’s Ben Chu. This includes analyzing the physiological challenges faced in microgravity environments.
London Zoo hosts an annual weigh-in, with over 10,000 animals measured to track health and vitality. Additionally, newly released video captures the unlocking of Artemis II’s Orion capsule, marking a joyful reunion with its crew.
