Mexican Biologist Recovers After Severe Shark Attack Off Costa Rica
Mexican marine biologist Mauricio Hoyos is recovering after a severe shark attack off Costa Rica's Coco Island. He will undergo a second reconstructive surgery soon. Hoyos was leading a scientific expedition when the incident occurred.
Hoyos was attaching a tracking device to a Galapagos shark when he was bitten on the left side of his head and face. The attack damaged his oxygen hose, forcing him to swim to the surface without oxygen. Despite the seriousness of the incident, Hoyos is in stable condition and in good spirits.
Hoyos was transported by ship to the mainland and then by ambulance to a hospital in San José, where he underwent initial surgery. He is now preparing for a second, reconstructive surgery in the coming days. Incidents like this are rare, according to Alex Antoniou of Fins Attached, another organization part of the One Ocean Worldwide Coalition Hoyos was working with.
Hoyos was leading a scientific expedition near the Coco National Park as part of the One Ocean Worldwide Coalition when the attack happened. Despite the setback, Hoyos is expected to make a full recovery and continue his important work in marine biology.
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