The world's shark attack hotspots have been revealed, after a great white shark was spotted in the Mediterranean Sea. The enormous predator was recorded between Sicily and Tunisia, in what is believed to be the first ever footage captured of an adult great white in the area. If you're visiting the Mediterranean this sumer, the sighting might have sparked concerns Thankfully, scientists have reassured that there's no need to worry. Speaking to the Daily Mail, Dr Lauren Smith, a shark expert at Saltwater Life, said: 'This shark was filmed far from coastal beach resorts, and there is no reason for the public to be alarmed. The ocean is their domain, and encounters like this should inspire respect and appreciation rather than fear.' However, if your holiday is planned for Florida, you might want to be wary of entering the water. Florida is the shark attack capital of the world, with a total of 11 encounters in 2025 –representing 17 per cent of all unprovoked bites worldwide. Over half of those bites occurred in Volusia County in east–central Florida. The International Shark Files records attacks around the world, including records dating back as far as the 1500s. However, the database only publishes data on 'unprovoked attacks', meaning a person did not initiate contact with a shark intentionally or unintentionally. The International Shark Files records attacks around the world, including records dating back as far as the 1500s. However, the database only publishes data on 'unprovoked attacks', meaning a person did not initiate contact with a shark intentionally or unintentionally.