Petting sharks
Bimini is home to quite a variety of marine life – most friendly, some not so much. It turns out that both Lemon sharks and hammerhead sharks call Bimini home! There is a Shark Lab here that was established in 1990 doing some very interesting research into both types of sharks. We went on a tour of the Lab and learned about the various research projects they have underway. Most of them involve tagging sharks to determine things like their range (no one is sure yet) and why they like Bimini (the mangroves).
Bimini shark lab
Shark lab started by Dr Gruber in 1990.
Don’t try this trick at home! Lemon sharks are actually quite flexible and can bite right next to their rear dorsal fin. Notice how carefully he places his hand. That shark is between 1 and 2 years old.
Learning about Lemon Sharks
We each got a chance to touch the shark’s side, this is Kathy Dalby petting the lemon shark.
After a rough day in the shark tank, it was time for a relaxing lunch on the beach overlooking the ocean and the gulf stream. We found a little shack favored by the locals that serves great conch fritters!
Lunch after petting the sharks.
Blessed to spend a day in Gods creation learning about his wild creatures and how they live.
He quieted the sea with His power
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