November 25th, 2015

New Study Suggests Angler Education Can Benefit Sharks

New Study Suggests Angler Education Can Benefit Sharks

Press Release University of Miami 24. November 2015 ————————- Researchers surveyed recreational fishers on attitudes toward shark conservation MIAMI — A new study finds fisher education can help protect vulnerable shark populations. The research, led by University of Miami (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science scientists, showed that recreational anglers were more supportive

Risk perceptions and conservation ethics among recreational anglers

Risk perceptions and conservation ethics among recreational anglers

Published online on 25. November 2015 Risk perceptions and conservation ethics among recreational anglers targeting threatened sharks in the subtropical Atlantic Austin J. Gallagher, Steven J. Cooke, Neil Hammerschlag ABSTRACT: Recreational fisheries management has traditionally been more concerned with quantifiable, catch-centric goals than angler-centric perceptions. However, the attitudes of fishers affect their behavior, which can

Drones and smart drum lines to be trialled at northern NSW beaches

Drones and smart drum lines to be trialled at northern NSW beaches

Media Release Niall Blair Minister for Primary Industries Minister for Lands and Water 25. November 2015 —————————– First Shark Technology Trial Underway Drones will be trialled and aerial surveillance boosted on the North Coast as the NSW Government fast tracks the rollout of its world-first $16 million shark strategy. Minister for Primary Industries Niall Blair