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Since 1948 there have been nearly 400 alligator attacks in Florida, with more than a dozen fatalities. Ponce de Leon's fabled "La Florida" leads the world in unprovoked shark attacks, recording more than 500 since 1882. Although extremely rare, panther attacks in the Sunshine State have been historically authenticated. For the first time ever, discover the real stories behind the newspaper headlines. Learn how these predators behave and how to avoid becoming the next statistic.

Beyond these deadly encounters, Alligators, Sharks and Panthers explores the complex relationship between man and his fellow predators. Remember, they were here first and we have brought them to the very edge of extinction. Florida panthers, once thriving in the thousands, number less than a hundred today. The alligator and the shark are increasingly vulnerable to Florida's expanding coastal development and pollution. In a fascinating twist, this book explores the tenuous future and perils facing the top predator on earth - Man. This is an unforgettable and engaging read for anyone living or vacationing in Florida!

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An enormous great white shark harpooned off the coast of Australia in the 1960s.

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Florida natives killing an alligator: a dangerous and deadly endeavor

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Remember: NEVER FEED AN ALLIGATOR!

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Weaver, circa 1869, with a Tasmanian wolf (Thylacine) he had just stor to collect his bounty. The last Thylacine died in 1933.

Charles Sobczak