When in doubt, use a giant illuminated squid as bait.
Inspired by an event that occurred in 2003 when a nine foot female great white shark’s tag was found washed ashore on the Australian coast, David Riggs, an acclaimed filmmaker began a hunt for an even larger predator that could have caused the shark’s unfortunate demise.
The hunt was the feature of yesterday night’s “Super Predator.” Researchers theorize from various data sources that the smaller shark could have been eaten by a much larger–potentially up to 16-foot-long–great white shark. In order to stimulate the culprit from the depths of the sea, Riggs’ team experimented with a variety of methods, including using sound signals, submerging divers in the “Flying Machine” (a vessel that usually allows for the safe containment of divers), as well as utilizing a 15-foot-long model of a squid adorned with illuminating panels.
Although the hunt was not entirely successful, it still produced some exhilarating moments. But I guess the bait just didn’t catch on this time around.
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