All beaches in Bat Yam were closed earlier in October after a shark was spotted in the waters, according to Israeli media reports.
Beachgoers were evacuated from the beaches out of caution.
While the type of shark spotted remains unknown, the Mediterranean is known for its diverse wildlife. Dusky sharks, sandbar sharks, blue sharks, thresher sharks, and occasionally hammerhead sharks all inhabit Israel’s waters.
Shark sightings in Israel
Two weeks ago, swimmers were ordered out of the water at Ashdod’s Beach Yud-Alef after a Whale Shark was spotted.
“This is the first documented sighting of a whale shark along Israel’s Mediterranean coast, and only the third confirmed sighting in the entire Mediterranean,” said Shainin, head of the Apex Marine Predators Lab.
A man was also killed while swimming at Olga Beach near Hadera in April after being bitten by a shark.
The victim was identified as Barak Tzach, a resident of Petah Tikva and a married father of four.
Joanie Margulies and Jerusalem Post Staff contributed to this report.