Meet Deep Blue: The Largest Great White Shark Ever Caught on Camera

Mia Nightshade

Updated Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Deep Blue, the largest Great White Shark ever caught on camera, has captured the fascination of marine enthusiasts and researchers alike. Estimated to be 20 feet long and weighing over 5,500 pounds, this colossal predator is thought to be over 50 years old. Deep Blue was first spotted in 2013 by researcher Mauricio Hoyos Padilla near Mexico's Guadalupe Island. Since then, sightings have continued near Oahu, Hawaii, where videos show her calm demeanor around humans and dolphins.

One commenter humorously noted, "The first shark to ever beat world chess champion Garry Kasparov." Another added, "I’ll just go ahead and say it: you’re gonna need a bigger boat," echoing the famous line from the movie "Jaws." Despite her intimidating size, Deep Blue has been seen in videos appearing non-aggressive, contributing to the awe and curiosity surrounding her.

Deep Blue's massive size and age make her a remarkable specimen among Great White Sharks. She has been compared to the mythical Megalodon and has even sparked debates among enthusiasts. One user joked, "Deep Blue has won this game and no longer needs to avoid any other fish," referencing a popular flash game about fish survival.

Despite the jokes and awe-inspiring comments, the presence of Deep Blue highlights the importance of marine biology and shark conservation efforts. Researchers continue to monitor her movements and behavior, providing valuable insights into the life of one of the ocean's most magnificent creatures.

As one commenter put it, "I'll make you a deal, Deep. You stay out of the mountains and I'll stay out of the ocean, cool? Cool." Indeed, Deep Blue's presence in the ocean is a reminder of the wonders and mysteries that lie beneath the waves.

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BenderRodriguezz

The first shark to ever beat world chess champion Garry Kasparov.

SpaceHaggis

Estimated to be 20 feet long and weigh over 5,500 pounds. She is thought to be over 50 years old. Deep Blue was first spotted in 2013 by researcher Mauricio Hoyos Padilla near Mexico's Guadalupe Island. Since then, Deep Blue has been spotted by marine biologists near Oahu, Hawaii, and has been seen in videos appearing calm and non-aggressive around humans and dolphins.

therealalansmithee

I’ll just go ahead and say it: you’re gonna need a bigger boat

CouldntCakeLess

I prefer Terry. He brings presents every Wednesday IIRC.

keys79

So who drew the short straw and had to film everybody else safely in the cage?

seenunseen

Hah, 4 x my height and 7x my weight, what a fat a** lol

dbbbbs

But would you prefer this to being electrocuted by a battery?

JRcanReid

Farewell and adieu to you fair Spanish ladies...

bydawee

Used to play a stupid little flash game where I was a fish trying to eat smaller fish and avoid getting eaten by the bigger ones. Every time I ate a little fish, I got a little bigger. Didn't change shape at all, just rendered a few pixels bigger. Deep Blue has won this game and no longer needs to avoid any other fish.

ICannotStressThisEnoughBut

Swimming alongside Dave the Diver, who happens to have the biggest balls ever put in a wetsuit