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Illegal shark fishing in the Galapagos Marine Reserve
Illegal shark fishing in the Galapagos Marine Reserve Lindsey A. Carr, Adrian C. Stier, Katharina Fietz, Ignacio Montero, Austin J. Gallagher, John F. Bruno ABSTRACT: Illegal shark fishing is thought to occur globally, including within so-called “shark sanctuaries”, marine reserves and even inside UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the Galápagos Islands. Presumably, this is
The role of law in shark-based eco-tourism
The role of law in shark-based eco-tourism: Lessons from Australia Erika J. Techeraa and Natalie Klein ABSTRACT: Marine-based tourism offers opportunities for economic, educational and environmental benefits but is not without risks to people, animals and the environment. If the benefits of this sector are to be harnessed it will require an increasing focus upon
Man reportedly bit by shark at Kiholo Bay
Published on 17 Jan, 2013 at 5:09 in Attacks & Incidents | Viewed times | No Comments
By Chelsea Jensen, West Hawaii Today, January 16, 2013 A man believed to be in his 40s was bitten by a tiger shark Wednesday evening while surfing in waters at Kiholo Bay. Hawaii Fire Department Battalion Chief Steve Loyola said the man was bitten on his left forearm by a tiger shark around 6 p.m.