In June 2025, underwater videographer Jordan Manning shared spellbinding footage that shows just how peaceful\u00a0sharks\u00a0can be. In the clip, leopard sharks swim calmly past the camera as if in slow motion.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThere\u2019s nothing like sinking to the bottom of the kelp forest and watching leopard sharks glide effortlessly around me,\u201d said\u00a0Manning<\/a>\u00a0of his footage on\u00a0Instagram<\/a>. \u201cCalm, curious, and completely at peace.\u201d<\/p>\n Watch mesmerising footage of the leopard sharks swimming through the kelp forest. Credit: Jordan Manning<\/p>\n Leopard sharks (Triakis semifasciata) \u2013 not to be confused with\u00a0leopard sharks<\/a>\u00a0(Stegostoma tigrinum), which are also known as zebra sharks in some parts of the world \u2013 are very timid.<\/p>\n \u201cThese beautifully patterned sharks aren\u2019t dangerous at all,\u201d said Manning. \u201cThey feed on\u00a0crabs<\/a>, clams and little fish, and often hang out in shallow waters to stay warm.\u201d<\/p>\n Some people might be afraid of spending time in the water with sharks but Manning was grateful for the wonderful experience. \u201cDespite their striking appearance, they\u2019re shy by nature, which makes moments like this feel even more magical,\u201d he said. \u201cJust me, the ocean, and these quiet, graceful cruisers moving through the\u00a0kelp<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n Image and video credit: Jordan Manning \/ instagram.com\/jays_visions\/<\/a><\/p>\n More mazing wildlife videos from around the world<\/p>\n