Second Beach on Reunion Island has had more shark attacks in the past 10 years than anywhere else on earth. Eight fatalities in five years.

In fact, there have been so many shark attacks in the area that the government have banned surfing and swimming off the beach altogether.

The reasons for the sudden increase in aggressive shark activity is unclear. Some think it’s the new marine reserve on the west side of the island that’s attracted more sharks. Others think there is more waste entering the water than before.

Either way, we probably wouldn’t recommend breaking local laws for a private surf here…