With over 375 species, they range from harmless to potentially ... in groups and have a hearty appetite for various prey. Wobbegong sharks, part of the genus Orectolobus, are known for their ...

If that doesn’t work, the shark has a trick up its sleeve. It uses its tail as a lure, waving it back and forth to draw its prey ever closer. When the prey is in range, the Wobbegong strikes.

A wobbegong shark bit the man on Friday morning. Picture: Supplied “Use your sea sense and stay informed by checking for shark activity on the SharkSmart website, SharkSmart WA app.” ...

A shark warning has been issued for a popular Western Australian beach after a swimmer was bit by a 1m wobbegong – just days after a fatal attack on a surfer near Esperance. The incident ...