For the first time, a Great White shark has been filmed in the Mediterranean Sea, with divers encountering the 15ft shark while clearing ghost fishing nets from a shipwreck located between Sicily and Tunisia. This sighting is significant as it highlights the precarious status of Great Whites in the region, where only a few hundred individuals remain due to overfishing. Volunteer diver Derk Remmers described the experience as "pretty special," noting the shark swam close to the wreck and the divers. He emphasized that the shark was far from the beach, alleviating concerns for public safety. Conservationists hope this rare footage will encourage governments to establish marine protected areas to safeguard the species and its habitat. Remmers remarked on the importance of their work, stating that if predators like the Great White are present, it indicates a healthy ecosystem rich in marine life. The footage serves as a reminder of the ongoing threats posed by abandoned fishing gear, which continues to harm marine wildlife long after being lost at sea.