This surfer eventually sees the shark near him and his response is joy. How would you respond? It's an encounter like 99.9% of encounters that occur daily around here. It's obvious, surfers know the home of these magnificent animals. Some to the point of excitement when encountered by a shark. Nearly every surfer I've spoken to says they understand the risks. Respect is the name of the game. Humans are not on the menu, that much is evident, but a wild animal is a wild animal. It's about respecting their home, and understanding their behavior. That includes knowing the conditions that can lead to an accident. We are guests in their home first and foremost.