{"id":49576,"date":"2024-06-26T16:34:24","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T20:34:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/casino.betmgm.com\/en\/blog\/?post_type=article&#038;p=49576"},"modified":"2024-06-26T16:42:40","modified_gmt":"2024-06-26T20:42:40","slug":"most-popular-shark-by-state","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/casino.betmgm.com\/en\/blog\/reel-life\/most-popular-shark-by-state\/","title":{"rendered":"A Look at the Most Popular Sharks From Coast to Coast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Explore shark popularity across the U.S. with BetMGM. See which sharks reign supreme and how Shark Week spikes interest. Dive in for a fun, ocean-themed read!<\/p>\n<div id=\"betmg-2789984318\" class=\"after-article-adv-ad betmg-after-content betmg-entity-placement\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Advertisements\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betmgm.com\/en\/myaccount\/promotions\/casino\/new-player-offer\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"PS_MC_3864152_PS &#8211; Facebook &#8211; 1200&#215;628\"><img src=\"https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1-300x157.jpg?strip=all 300w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1-1024x536.jpg?strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1-768x402.jpg?strip=all 768w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1-50x26.jpg?strip=all 50w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1-640x335.jpg?strip=all 640w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=120 120w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=240 240w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=360 360w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=480 480w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=840 840w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=960 960w, https:\/\/eidk95seyu2.exactdn.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/PS_MC_3864152_PS-Facebook-1200x628-1.jpg?strip=all&w=1080 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\"   \/><\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":49579,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","categories":[420],"tags":[],"topic":[543],"class_list":["post-49576","article","type-article","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-life","topic-reel-life"],"acf":{"article_highlights":null,"article_builder":[{"acf_fc_layout":"paragraph","title_only":true,"content":"<table style=\"height: 174px;\" width=\"1296\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Table of Contents<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><a href=\"#sharkweek-impact\">The Impact of Shark Week on Shark Popularity Across the U.S.<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><a href=\"#popular-sharks\">What\u2019s The Most Popular Shark Species in Your State?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><a href=\"#closing-thoughts\">Closing Thoughts<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><a href=\"#methodology\">Methodology<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/card%20sharp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Card sharp<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">noun<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) is a person who makes money by cheating at card games; or a skilled player. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often misinterpreted as<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/card%20shark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Card\u2026 shark<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Interesting.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peak summertime has arrived. Ice cream by the bucket, days spent crisping up on the beach, and, of course, Shark Week on the TV.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To celebrate this time of the year, we decided to have a little fun with the common mix-up between card <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sharps<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and card <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sharks<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Instead of our usual gambling content, we took a deep dive into waters unknown to learn more about shark popularity across the U.S.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using Google Trends data over the past five years, we analyzed search interest to uncover the shark species that are most favored by residents in every state \u2013 and just how much Shark Week amps up our curiosity about these incredible fish.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hop aboard the maritime vessel that is this blog as we explore the ebbs and flows of shark popularity from coast to coast, and reveal which species captivate America\u2019s collective interest the most. As we cast off into parts unknown, one thing is clear: we\u2019re gonna need a bigger boat.<\/span>\r\n<div id=\"sharkweek-impact\">\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Impact of Shark Week on Shark Popularity Across the U.S.<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"465218bf-3339-47bf-b5c6-f82d8deab87c\" data-type=\"interactive\" data-title=\"Shark Week Popularity \/\/ BetMGM\"><\/div>\r\n<script>!function(e,n,i,s){var d=\"InfogramEmbeds\";var o=e.getElementsByTagName(n)[0];if(window[d]&&window[d].initialized)window[d].process&&window[d].process();else if(!e.getElementById(i)){var r=e.createElement(n);r.async=1,r.id=i,r.src=s,o.parentNode.insertBefore(r,o)}}(document,\"script\",\"infogram-async\",\"https:\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shark Week is a cultural phenomenon, drawing millions of viewers each year and significantly impacting search interest for various shark species. By analyzing search data over the last several years, we\u2019ve uncovered fascinating insights into how Shark Week influences shark popularity.<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"desktop-only\"><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"mobile-only\"><\/div>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Across all popular shark species in our study, search interest spiked by about 163% during Shark Week each of the past five years. The extra publicity is really making waves under the sea for sharks of all kinds. Let\u2019s take a look at those it\u2019s most and least impacting (in terms of popularity).<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>Top 5 Sharks with the <\/b><b><i>Biggest<\/i><\/b><b> Increase in Search Interest<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Shark: 281% increase during Shark Week from the median search interest during the rest of the year.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bull Shark: 265% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great White Shark: 263% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sand Tiger Shark: 253% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mako Sharks: 244% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These sharks see the most significant boost in search interest, thanks to the extra eyeballs that Shark Week brings.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>Top 5 Sharks with the <\/b><b><i>Lowest<\/i><\/b><b> Increase in Search Interest<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whale Shark: 69% increase during Shark Week from the median search interest during the rest of the year.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goblin Shark: 96% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leopard Shark: 115% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hammerhead Shark: 121% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon Shark: 141% increase.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These sharks, on the other hand, see the smallest increase in search interest, indicating they\u2019re less influenced by Shark Week's spotlight and have enough fans to generate consistent interest throughout the year.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the next sections, we\u2019ll dive deeper into the regional trends and explore why certain sharks capture more attention than others in certain parts of the country.<\/span>\r\n<div id=\"popular-sharks\">\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s The Most Popular Shark Species in Your State?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"7a1323f2-b558-4e36-b783-b1d3a5e4c65a\" data-type=\"interactive\" data-title=\"Shark Popularity by State Desktop \/\/ BetMGM\"><\/div>\r\n<script>!function(e,n,i,s){var d=\"InfogramEmbeds\";var o=e.getElementsByTagName(n)[0];if(window[d]&&window[d].initialized)window[d].process&&window[d].process();else if(!e.getElementById(i)){var r=e.createElement(n);r.async=1,r.id=i,r.src=s,o.parentNode.insertBefore(r,o)}}(document,\"script\",\"infogram-async\",\"https:\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: inherit; font-family: roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Fira Sans', 'Droid Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">To round out our foray into deep sea exploration, we analyzed search interest in every state to find the most popular shark species from coast to coast. Here\u2019s what we discovered:<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Greenland Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Most popular in 16 states. Known for being the longest-living vertebrate on earth, with a lifespan of up to 400 years according to<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/animals\/fish\/facts\/greenland-shark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Geographic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its incredible longevity (and ferocious appearance) makes it a fascinating species to behold.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bull Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Most popular in 15 states, particularly in the South. These sharks are common in the Gulf of Mexico and off the southeastern U.S. coast, as noted by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nwf.org\/Educational-Resources\/Wildlife-Guide\/Fish\/Bull-Shark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Wildlife Federation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning residents of these areas are likely more interested in Bull sharks than other kinds.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Goblin Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Most popular in 7 states. This shark\u2019s unique appearance, with its long snout and jagged teeth, likely drives its popularity.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/oceana.org\/marine-life\/goblin-shark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oceana<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">highlights its distinctive look and adaptation to low-light environments, making it well worth some extra research.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b style=\"font-size: inherit; font-family: roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Fira Sans', 'Droid Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">Sand Tiger Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Most popular in 3 Northeastern states, likely due to its prevalence in the area as it tends to<\/span> <a style=\"font-size: inherit; font-family: roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Fira Sans', 'Droid Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.neaq.org\/local-sharks-studying-sand-tiger-sharks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">migrate to New England waters<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">every autumn.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond just the most popular sharks in our study, we also noticed some other interesting regional trends in the data. Some of the more notable insights we found were:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>California - Leopard Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This species is frequently found in the shallow waters of bays and estuaries along the California coast.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hawaii - Tiger Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A significant species in the local marine ecosystem and the most frequent attacker in Hawaiian waters.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rhode Island - Thresher Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Commonly seen off Rhode Island during summer migrations.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>South Carolina - Blacktip Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Often seen by beachgoers and fishermen in South Carolina\u2019s coastal waters.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maine - Great White Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Rare, but responsible for the few shark incidents that occur in Maine.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b style=\"font-size: inherit; font-family: roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Fira Sans', 'Droid Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">Massachusetts - Great White Shark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Frequently seen off Cape Cod, feeding on the seal population. Martha\u2019s Vineyard is also where much of the famous horror movie <\/span><i style=\"font-size: inherit; font-family: roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Fira Sans', 'Droid Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">Jaws<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was filmed, adding to the connection with the great shark.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helped by natural observation, big-screen viewing, or even the extra publicity that Shark Week brings them, these monsters of the ocean capture the imagination of Americans across the country. Even in states without much of a coastline!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div>\r\n<div id=\"closing-thoughts\">\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closing Thoughts<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our dive into the murky depths of shark popularity revealed some interesting regional trends and a remarkable surge in interest during Shark Week. This annual celebration not only entertains but also educates us about the mysterious lives of these ocean dwellers.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the frequent mix-ups between card <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sharps<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and card <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sharks<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> inspired us to have a little fun, in truth, we learned a lot along the way and we hope you did, too.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just as Shark Week brings sharks into the spotlight, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/casino.betmgm.com\/en\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BetMGM<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> brings the thrill of the casino to you. Whether you're perfecting your poker face or marveling at the majesty of a great white, remember that BetMGM is here to add a splash of excitement to your summer.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If shark diving is a bit out of your adrenaline range, check out our online <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betmgm.com\/en\/casino\/c\/tablegames\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">casino table games<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for all the excitement you can handle.<\/span>\r\n<div id=\"methodology\">\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methodology<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To determine the most popular shark species in every state, we compiled a list of 17 well-known sharks from one of the foremost authorities on all things sharks: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharks.org\/species\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharks.org<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We then analyzed the regional interest of each shark on our list using Google Trends search interest over the past five years. We compared the search interests for each shark against each other to find the most popular shark species in every state. We used high search interest as an indicator of popularity.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also analyzed search interest over time to see how big of a spike sharks see in terms of popularity thanks to things like Shark Week. 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