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Blue shark is the reason to dive Rhode Island (Newport), USA.

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Rhode Island (Newport)

Blue shark is the reason to dive Rhode Island (Newport), USA. Best odds here: moderate for blue shark, peak jul-sep. No certification is required — snorkel or freedive access.

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Species
Moderate
Best odds
Jul-Sep
Peak window
Surface
Depth

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Blue shark

Surface · No certification needed

Peak Jul-Sep

Moderate odds

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