We Tested Magnets On Sharks and Got Unexpected Results
Join shark scientist Kristian Parton as he investigates the effectiveness of magnets as shark deterrents. Is the science behind human-worn shark deterrents or shark repellents like SharkBanz really up to scratch? Kristian also showcases a recent research where magnets were tested on blue sharks in behavioural trials.
Read our research paper here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...
00:01 - What If A Magnet Could Change Shark Behaviour?
01:19 - Blue Sharks Susceptibility To Fisheries
02:26 - Sharks Electrosensory Capabilities
02:51 - How Do Magnets Deter Sharks?
03:06 - SharkBanz Human Worn Shark Deterrents
03:31 - Scientific Research Into SharkBanz
04:03 - Swimmers Bitten By Sharks While Wearing SharkBanz
04:12 - Erica Fox Shark Attack 2025
05:52 - Magnets Used In Fisheries
06:44 - Magnetic Deterrent Blue Shark Experiment
08:44 - Why Negative Results Are Important
09:29 - Are Magnets Good At Deterring Sharks?
Research papers cited:
https://web.s.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdf...
https://www.researchgate.net/publicat...
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https://www.researchgate.net/profile/...
https://peerj.com/articles/5554/?trk=...
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Shark Bytes is a youtube channel dedicated to bringing you all the latest news, research and information about sharks around the world! Kristian Parton is a current marine biologist and shark researcher who has spent many years working with sharks in the field and laboratory. Having a passion for sharks and rays from a young age, Kristian now wants to bring the weird and wonderful world of sharks to your screens at home.
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