Cape Cod learns to live with sharks

How a booming coastal escape learned to coexist with the ocean’s top predator – Democratic Accent

As great white sharks increasingly frequent the waters off one popular seaside destination, tourists are flocking there, too — but they’re experiencing the hot spot in a different way. Cape Cod is a renowned seaside destination in southeastern Massachusetts that has long drawn summer vacationers with its picturesque beaches, historic coastal towns and lighthouses. In recent years, though, it has also become increasingly known for its seasonal po…

How a booming coastal escape learned to coexist with the ocean’s top predator

Cape Cod's great white shark population is fueling a booming ecotourism industry. Shark-spotting charters and citizen science trips are booking up weeks in advance.

Cape Cod learns to live with sharks

As great white sharks have moved into Massachusetts waters, the Cape has changed to make room for them.