In 1935, not far from where we stood now, some fishermen captured a fourteen-foot beige shark and took it to a public aquarium at Coogee, where it was put on display. The shark swam around for a day or two in its new home, then abruptly, and to the certain surprise of the viewing public, regurgitated a human arm.
In his book "In a Sunburned Country," Bill Bryson recounts a curious incident from 1935 involving a massive fourteen-foot beige shark captured by fishermen. This shark was brought to an aquarium in Coogee, where it was exhibited to the public. Within a couple of days, the shark shocked onlookers when it unexpectedly vomited a human arm.
This bizarre event highlights not only the drama of nature but also the potential dangers hidden in the oceans. Bryson's storytelling brings attention to the fascinating yet sometimes unsettling interactions between humans and wildlife in Australia.
