Massive great white shark returns to Florida waters after epic year-long Atlantic journey

The Atlantic’s largest recorded male great white shark has returned to Florida waters just one year after being tagged.

After traveling as far north as the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the 14-foot, 1,700-pound shark known as "Contender" has resurfaced in warmer coastal waters, researchers said.

The shark was named in honor of the Contender Boats company. Scientists are closely monitoring the timing of the shark's return, as it may coincide with great white shark mating activity, according to news agency SWNS.