Google Earth takes you under the sea to swim with sharks
Take a dive from the comfort – and safety – of your own home.
Google Earth has added underwater exploration, allowing users to see what it’s like to swim with sharks.
Shark View is one of the latest additions to the Voyager feature on Google Earth, put together over the last four years in collaboration with the Ocean Agency.
Fins up! It’s a jawsome week to swim with sharks in #StreetView on @googleearth → https://t.co/g3l89YGmTH ? pic.twitter.com/tHCA1hR0V7
— Google (@Google) July 23, 2018
The tech giant has plunged its 360-degree cameras with skilled divers into waters off 26 countries, including Fiji, Australia and the Philippines.
At the moment, there are seven spots to explore.
It's that time of year again! Welcome to #SharkWeek. Media outlets, organization, and individuals are coming together this week to celebrate one of the most misrepresented #animals on earth. Stay with us as we #explore 360s, Voyagers, facts, and videos of these #epic creatures. pic.twitter.com/bm6bEabM5s
— The Ocean Agency (@Ocean_Agency) July 23, 2018
Google Earth also provides detailed information about the types of shark, ranging from bull sharks – one of the most dangerous to humans – to whale sharks and great whites.
Shark View can be viewed on Google Earth’s Voyager section through the Google Chrome web browser or Android app.