In this jaw-dropping tale from the Texas Gulf Coast, TF&G Editor-In-Chief Chester shares a tale from legendary bass guide “Wild” Bill Skinner who had terrifying and unforgettable great white shark encounter off the coast of Port Aransas.
As sharks circled his family’s shrimp boat, a massive predator emerged from the deep and bit a blacktip shark clean in half then dragged their boat!
Watch the video below.
Set against the backdrop of the Sabine Jetties and Port Aransas, this story sounds like folklore until you hear the details.
The Gulf waters are alive with shark activity, and it’s not just fishermen taking notice. Recent sightings of great white sharks and oceanic whitetips in Gulf waters are making waves across social media, from dramatic drone footage to chilling GoPro clips taken just feet away. These apex predators are roaming closer than many realize, and every new encounter helps paint a clearer picture of their movements.
Have you witnessed a shark encounter that left your heart racing? Caught a glimpse of a massive great white or the unmistakable silhouette of an oceanic whitetip? Whether it’s a breaching giant, circling predator, or an unexpected visitor on a fishing trip, we want to hear about it. Share your wildest shark stories, photos, and videos with us—especially from the Gulf Coast—and join our growing community of shark watchers.
Your footage could help track these incredible animals and thrill thousands of fellow ocean enthusiasts. Drop your story in the comments or send us your video. The next viral Gulf shark moment might be yours.
Email your reports to chester@chestermoore.com.