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How Bad Weather Can Affect Shark Sightings in Mallorca

Bad weather may affect visibility and marine movement, making shark sightings seem more common.

Published: April 22, 2026
Dorsal Fin in the Harbor Basin: Two-Meter Shark in Ibiza — a Reality Check for Our Coast

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Can bad weather make sharks appear closer to Mallorca harbors?

Bad weather can affect visibility and the way marine animals orient themselves, which may make encounters seem more sudden or unusual. Turbulent water, wind, and rain can also change where fish and other prey gather. That does not mean storms create sharks, but they may make sightings in harbor areas more noticeable.

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