According to reports, the sighting occurred during a family fishing trip, and basking sharks are harmless filter feeders. According to the Daily Express, Mr Baska described the shark as impressive, but the exact date and location of the sighting have not been disclosed, and it is unclear whether officials have confirmed the species.
Reports identify basking shark off Northern Ireland coast
Key Points
- A large creature off Northern Ireland identified as basking shark
- Skipper estimated shark at 35 feet
- Sighting occurred during family fishing trip
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