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WATCH: Great white shark videobombs bodyboarder at beach
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: John Ross Ferrara , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This encounter resulted in a unique photobomb that is being reported as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
A notable incident occurred in Southern California over the weekend. A bodyboarder was caught on camera with a surprise guest in the background. The unexpected appearance was made by a great white shark, which videobombed the bodyboarder.
This encounter resulted in a unique photobomb that is being reported as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Further details about this incident are available from the source, including a video of the encounter. For more information, readers can refer to the original report.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 31, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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