Four bloody shark attacks within 48 hours have raised hopes that a new deterrent, dubbed “tear gas for sharks”, can be embraced worldwide.
Dozens of beaches across Australia have been shut after a horrific spate of savage assaults by the predators.
One 12-year-old boy was left brain dead after a recent attack.
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Now a company is hoping to make a permanent change with its cutting-edge anti-shark product.
The Shark Safe Barrier, also known as “tear gas for sharks”, is now being suggested as a potential solution to end to further heartache.
The non-lethal barriers, which do not risk “entanglement or harm” for the sharks, are now already protecting two beaches in The Bahamas, as reported by Need To Know.
The barrier can be moulded to different types of seabed and act as an artificial reef, keeping humans safe whilst allowing wildlife to thrive.
The company claims that traditional methods, including shark nets and drumlines, only provide limited protection.
Research conducted by Shark Safe Barriers shows that 40% of recorded attacks in New South Wales have taken place at netted beaches.
Despite the recent spike in attacks being linked to heavy rainfall, flooding, and murky water, coastal communities are now deeply shaken by the events.
The company believes the recent incidents have highlighted the need for modern, effective bather protection.
A spokesperson for Shark Safe Barriers stated: “Our system is already protecting two beaches in The Bahamas through commercial installations.
“The barrier is adaptable to different seabed substrates, functions as an artificial reef, and has been extensively tested over 14 years.
“It has undergone extensive trials with bull sharks and white sharks, including baited behavioural experiments demonstrating effective deterrence without entanglement or harm.
“With the right combination of technology, training, and non-lethal deterrents, peaceful coexistence between people and sharks is not only possible—it is essential for the future health of our oceans and our coastal communities.”
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