A gang of orcas off the coast of Mexico have learned how to hunt whale sharks — the world’s largest shark species — and their tactics are brutal. One male individual was present at the majority of these hunting events, researchers say, suggesting he may be driving this predatory behavior. “The animals have shown us […]
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‘Momentous’ sustainable fishing rules adopted for Atlantic Ocean swordfish
In the late 1990s, swordfish had been so overfished in the North Atlantic Ocean that its population faced the possibility of collapse. The dire situation sparked boycotts and conservation campaigns in honor of the highly migratory species, a predator that can move at nearly the speed of a cheetah and slash at prey with the […]
Vanishing Whale Sharks Signal Crisis in Marine Ecosystems
Whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean, are disappearing at an alarming rate. Despite their size and significance in marine ecosystems, these gentle giants face numerous threats that have put them on the brink of extinction. Understanding the factors contributing to their decline is crucial for conservation efforts. Declining Populations Whale sharks, known scientifically […]