This kinda puts it in perspective.
http://www.sdsharkdiving.com/Trips/1_day/check.html
I used to dive here in L.A. but got tired of poor visibility most of the time.
Their is a outfit out here in San Pedro that does shark runs.
Can't say i'd be up for swimmin with the sharks.
Think i'd rather eat them instead of them eyeballing me and salivating.