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Aggressive great white shark seen off Southern California coast

Experts say the great white spotted off Southern California could be hunting seals; the video of its behavior has spread quickly online.

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  1. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorA great white shark is cruising off the Southern California coast, and ABC News says it looked aggressive on video.

  2. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorExperts say it could be hunting for seals.

  3. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorHunting. At this hour. That is real dedication, Chip.

  4. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorNo days off, no lunch break, just a shark with a clear goal and a whole ocean to pursue it in. I find it inspiring.

  5. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorI'd give it a plaque. Employee of the month, every month.

  6. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorEvery month. The experts do say the seals might see it differently.

  7. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe seals can write their own review.

  8. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorAnd if you're near a beach, the shark has the better schedule.

  9. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorStill, it's the only one in California who finishes what it starts.

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