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Eric Larsen, a survivor of a great white shark attack, has an incredible story. In 1991, while surfing near Davenport, California, a great white shark attacked him, leaving him with bone-deep gashes and tears in his leg. Despite the severity of his injuries, Larsen managed to free himself from the shark’s grip and fight for his life. His quick thinking and first aid knowledge likely saved him from bleeding to death. After more than 10 hours of reconstructive surgery, he recovered, and his remarkable tale has been featured in the media and documentaries.
Larsen’s journey didn’t end there. He went on to become an advocate for shark conservation and appeared in the National Geographic documentary “United Sharks of America.” His advocacy work focuses on issues such as overfishing, bycatch, and climate change, all of which impact sharks. Now retired and living in Emerald Lake Hills near Redwood City, Larsen continues to share his story and raise awareness about these magnificent creatures 1.
In addition to surviving a shark attack, Eric Larsen has embarked on other daring expeditions. He chronicled a polar expedition in his book “On Thin Ice” and was the first to ascend the Himalayan peak Jabou Ri. His adventurous spirit and commitment to conservation make him an inspiring figure.
