Shark spotted off the coast of Larnaca

On August 27, 2026, a rare sighting of a shark was recorded off the coast of Larnaca, Cyprus. Passengers on a private boat captured video footage of the animal as it swam in close proximity to their vessel before moving away into deeper waters.

The encounter, which took place near the port of Larnaca, was documented by boat passengers and subsequently shared online by the "My Cyprus" platform, with credits given to Alphadivers. The footage has circulated widely on the internet, drawing attention due to the rarity of such sightings in the coastal waters of the island.

While shark sightings in Cyprus are considered uncommon, marine experts have noted that the Mediterranean Sea is home to various shark species. This event has sparked local interest, though no incidents involving injuries to humans or damage to vessels were reported by authorities or the media sources.