Yeah, that's what I was thinking too. He took a big chance. If the shark had taken the bait before he got to shore, he might have had a problem.
Here's the head, the only part Ficocello kept --
If it were mine, I'd have the taxidermist prop the jaw open so I could put a bulb in it's mouth. Great mood lighting, don't you think? Would also make a terrific "nautical theme" centerpiece for the dinner table.
You can always can cut the line. I’ve had to do that a couple of times. That would be a nice centerpiece or maybe a hanging bar light.
That head would make a great mailbox if cleaned up and hollowed out properly.