Changing The Shark Conservation Narative

Have you ever wondered why we only hear about shark finning when we discuss Shark Conservation? It seems to be the main narrative whenever you hear about Sharks and protecting them. However, there is more to Shark Conservation than finning.

Dr. Catherine MacDonald and Dr. David Shiffman are here to discuss the ramifications of only talking about one conservation effort to protect Sharks.

Check out their new paper: https://www.cell.com/iscience/fulltext/S2589-0042(20)30390-4

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