The fire rescue service in Boca Raton, Florida said the 23-year-old woman’s condition was stable after being bitten by a small nurse shark.
Boca Raton Fire Service
The Boca Raton Fire Service said they received a 911 call about the shark bite around 1:20 p.m. When crews responded, they found the 23-year-old woman on the sand with a small nurse shark attached to her arm.
Boca Raton Fire Service
She was taken to a hospital with the shark still attached to her arm, officials said.
Nurse sharks grow up to about 7 feet and attacks on humans are somewhat rare, according to the National Park Service. Though their bites aren't deep, their sharp teeth are known for clamping into prey.
