A large great white shark, estimated to be between 10 and 12 feet long, has been spotted near popular beaches in Maine, including the area off the south tip of Richmond Island and Scarborough. The sightings, captured on drone footage by a local fisherman, have prompted the Scarborough Police Department to issue warnings for public situational awareness. Marine biologists have also reported spotting and tagging six great white sharks in Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts, indicating increased activity of these predators in the Northeast region. The drone videos showing the shark near Maine's coastline have gone viral, drawing attention to the rare presence of great white sharks in these waters. Officials are advising beachgoers to remain cautious following multiple sightings.
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