Currently in the news is an account of unusual spinning behavior and deaths in an Unusual Mortality Event, potentially attributed to a neurological pathogen off the coast of Florida. The global populations of all five sawfish species have experienced historic declines greater than 90% due to fisheries overexploitation (directed and bycatch) and habitat loss. Consequently, three species are listed on the IUCN Red List as Critically Endangered, and two species are listed as Endangered. There is a very real risk that these unique species will be lost without urgent conservation action
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Scientists Forecast Dire Consequences for Marine Ecosystems at Current Trends of Extinction, Loss of Sharks Have Greatest Consequence An international team of researchers examined the roles of marine megafauna species […]
Read MoreSharks and Marine Protected Areas
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are an effective tool for restoring ocean biodiversity and ecosystem services.
Read MoreNew Study Finds Shark Populations Down 71%
San Francisco conservation group calls for immediate cessation of shark and ray fishing.
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