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Description
In short, the Sharkbanz 2 is a wearable shark deterrent that has proven extremely effective in turning away sharks from anyone that wears a Sharkbanz. Without having to read into it, here's a few key features:
- It's constantly on i.e. it works 24/7 without have to be turned on or off
- It doesn't have a battery so there's no charging needed
- It uses permanent high powered magnets to interfere with sharks' super sensitive electroreceptors
- Sharkbanz do not harm sharks, or any other marine life at all
- They do not attract sharks at all either
These bands have been thoroughly tested on a wide range of sharks in all sorts of conditions, including when they're in a feeding frenzy with bait strapped to the dummies while even more bait is thrown next to the dummies, and still there have been no attacks recorded.
Features & Specs:
- Simple - no batteries, no charging, always active
- Effective - thoroughly tested and based on proven science
- Stylish - ergonomic design and premium materials for enhanced comfort
- Affordable - safety for everyone
- Universal fit - ages 5+
- Wear on ankle or wrist
- Dive,swim,surf up to 100m/330ft
- TSA and airline travel-friendly
- Magnetic shielded box for safe storage
- Weight - 85g
- Warranty - fully guaranteed against faulty workmanship and materials for 1 year
How To Wear the Sharkbanz
Simply strap the Sharkbanz 2 Band to either your wrist or ankle and tighten to a comfortable tension (as you would with a watch). That's it, you're good to go!
How the Sharkbanz Work
Active Shark Deterrent
Sharkbanz’ patented magnetic technology is the result of long-term scientific research and testing. Sharkbanz utilise powerful permanent magnets to create an effective shark deterrent that’s always on and require no batteries or charging. When sharks approach Sharkbanz, they detect the device’s strong electromagnetic field, which provides a sudden sensation that is thousands of times stronger than the signal produced by anything in a shark’s normal food chain. Consequently, sharks are deterred away from Sharkbanz. This cause and effect is analogous to having a bright light suddenly shined in your eyes in a dark room. You would not be hurt, but you would want to turn away.
Shark's 6th Sense
Sharks have the strongest electroreception (sensitivity to electrical fields) in the animal kingdom. They use this unique capability to navigate at night, when in murky water, and to hunt. Their electroreceptors (Ampullae of Lorenzini) and lateral line canals connect to the seawater by pores on their snouts and other zones of the head. When a fish swims, or even moves its gills, it creates a change in the surrounding geomagnetic field that sharks can detect with these electrically sensitive, gel-filled canals. Since the shark is tuned to be looking for very weak electromagnetic signals from its prey (heartbeats, muscle movements), this organ is highly sensitive. When encountered in the wild, the Sharkbanz field is exponentially greater than anything the animal will have experienced before and highly unpleasant. This tells the shark it is definitely not food.
Sharks Are Curious
Sharks use this sense to locate objects nearby, and it becomes vital when they cannot depend on vision alone. In the surf zone, the water is murky, and people and sharks are sharing the same space. Most shark bites occur in these hard-to-see conditions. People are not on shark's food menus, but when their electrical sense alerts them to potential prey in their area, they are likely to investigate. Remember: sharks don't have hands, so they use their mouths to feel. This is why the majority of shark bites are "hit-and-run" attacks, meaning the shark bites, then quickly leaves after it recognises someone isn't food. Unfortunately, a simple case of mistaken identity can do a lot of damage. Sharkbanz warn curious sharks that the wearer is not food before they bite, reducing the risk of hit and run attacks.
Do Sharkbanz affect other ocean species?
The short answer: no. Sharkbanz technology has also been known to deter stingrays, but we do not guarantee deterrent results for those wishing to use Sharkbanz as a means to deter stingrays. Sharkbanz do not attract Sharks, nor are they known to be detectable or harm any other ocean creatures such as dolphins, sea turtles, or other fish species.
Research & Testing
Sharkbanz are the result of more than a decade's worth of testing and research on the effectiveness of magnetic technology used to deter various shark species.
Since its scientific discovery over 10 years ago, the theory of permanent magnets functioning as shark deterrents has been extensively studied, researched and tested on a variety of shark species. Sharkbanz are the result of this R&D. Our company maintains constant contact and collaboration with the founders of this shark-repelling science, Dr. Eric Stroud and Dr. Patrick Rice of Shark Defense Technologies - the leaders in shark repellent technology.
Commitment To Results
We continue to test Sharkbanz on as many predatory shark species in a variety of scenarios as possible. Successful test demonstrations have already been conducted on Bull Sharks, Hammerheads, Blacktips, Lemon Sharks, Sharpnose Sharks, and Caribbean Reef Sharks. We are scientific and results driven, and other predatory species will be tested. Furthermore, we are continuously working to promote (without influencing) further independent testing of the product by credible and reputable members of the scientific community. We're not here to offer blanket statements and/or "magic bean" products. Our goal is to improve on Sharkbanz' effectiveness through strategic R&D, which has been underway since 2013.
