Have you ever heard a manatee get blamed for underwater wreckage… only for bull sharks to be the real culprits?
That’s just the opening act in our deep dive into bizarre Texas shark lore.
Watch my video commentary on this wild story here.
Join us as we untangle fact from fiction—
• Myth vs. reality: A manatee was blamed for damage in Texas waters—but mounting evidence points to juvenile bull sharks stirring up trouble, not gentle sea cows.
• The “lassoed” bull shark rumor: A strange newspaper report claimed Texas game wardens “lassoed” a bull shark after it attacked someone—but you’ll hear why that tale is pure myth.
• A 40-year-old legend resurfaces: Back in the day, rumors circulated that a “baby great white” was born in Texas and found in Sabine Lake. We’re piecing together whether that story has any teeth—or if it’s just another fishy rumor. And we’re leaning that direciton.k
From jaw-dropping urban legends to real shark science, this video explores the history, the hype, and what’s actually swimming beneath the surface of Texas waterways.
Don’t forget to check out the video here.
🦈 The Auction Is Live!
We’re excited to announce a special auction to benefit our upcoming Wild Wishes shark experience for two kids next month! Our friend, Shellie Eric Borel, has created two incredible works of shark-inspired art now available for bidding:
- Shark and Swimmer — 16” x 23”
- Dorsal Fin — 36” x 24”
Bidding starts at just $25, and every dollar goes toward giving kids a once-in-a-lifetime shark adventure. We’re running this auction in honor of the legendary shark film returning to theaters this Friday for its 50th anniversary.
The Wild Wishes® program grants wildlife encounter for hurting children. This is a way you can help us help them.
Old Shark Books
We’re building a special collection of shark books for the kids we’re working with, and we’d love your help! If you have any shark books published before 1990—whether they’re field guides, storybooks, or classic marine biology texts—we’d be thrilled to add them to our growing library.
These early works capture a fascinating history of how people viewed and studied sharks, and we believe kids will find them inspiring and fun. If you’d like to donate or share a lead on older titles, please reach out—we’d love to hear from you!
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