ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas

There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters.

One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth

As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip Matich and his associates of the Marine Biology of Texas A&M-Galveston have examined data from over 40 years. The data concerns the weather around us, and how it is affecting the animal population as well.

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The main animal Professor Matich and his team focused on was the Bull Shark. The data revealed that the amount of Bull Sharks in the Gulf of Mexico have increased by nearly eight times over the original amount reported 40 years ago.

This data also rings true for the state of Texas, as the numbers previously mentioned match certain bodies of water in the state. But what part of the weather caused the increase?

Warmer Weather Makes It Better For Bull Sharks In Texas

Per the Star-Telegram, it's reported that Bull Sharks use a certain type of water to raise new bull sharks. Estuaries that use freshwater are considered the nest for them. The data revealed that Gulf of Mexico waters have increased by 3 degrees.

This is turn, caused a drop in the amount striped mullets, which is a very important source of food for new bull sharks. So, instead of hunting, young bull sharks stayed in the nests, growing bigger before swimming out.

So, how much more the bull shark population in Texas could grow is yet to be determined. But at the time of writing, the Star-Telegram reports bull sharks have a total of 119 attacks on individuals in the state. Remember to be smart and safe Texas!