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Scuba News
December 13, 2023 by HAL
The Shark Trust participates in yearly fisheries negotiations among the UK, EU, and Norway. These negotiations influence fish stock management, which is essential for maintaining marine biodiversity. The Shark Trust shares the outcomes with fishery managers and the fishing community to ensure sustainable practices. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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July 11, 2023 by HAL
The Cookie-Cutter Shark is an interesting species that plays a unique role in its ocean ecosystem. It is known for its distinctive, circular bite marks, caused by its feeding habits. This shark helps keep marine life populations healthy, making it an essential part of underwater biodiversity. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
June 9, 2021 by HAL
In April, significant shark news included the tracking of a White Shark moving toward UK waters, along with a successful virtual EU Mako Shark Rally pushing for protection of the endangered Shortfin Mako. Additionally, a juvenile Porbeagle Shark was spotted near Plymouth, and the first Basking Shark sighting of the year occurred in Cornwall. Concerns […]
The EU and the US have blocked important protections for endangered Mako sharks. Despite support from 16 countries for a North Atlantic ban on Mako fishing, these efforts were stalled during an ICCAT meeting. This decision could further threaten the already declining Mako shark populations, impacting ocean biodiversity. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
December’s news highlights significant challenges for shark conservation. The EU and US blocked a proposal to protect endangered shortfin mako sharks, and Columbia announced a shark fishing ban to support biodiversity. Meanwhile, Tunisia issued an interim ban on 21 species of sharks and rays, marking progress in regional conservation efforts. Read the full article at […]
November 15, 2019 by HAL
Conservation groups are urging Mediterranean officials to enforce better protections for endangered rays in Tunisia. The illegal landing of these rays is a growing concern, negatively impacting ocean biodiversity and marine life. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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