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Basking Sharks

2m 53s

Basking Sharks, the second largest fish on the planet, show up in large numbers off the Irish coast each summer. On a rare sunny day off the Irish coast, Colin finds himself surrounded by Basking Sharks. As three float alongside feasting on plankton, Colin describes it as the ultimate Irish wildlife experience.

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Follow a unique journey along one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world.
Colin Stafford-Johnson takes viewers on a journey along Ireland's rugged Atlantic coast.
Follow a unique journey along one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world.
Follow a unique journey along one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world.
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