1. Will Costa Rica Set a New International Tone for Shark Protection?
This article serves as an informative follow up to the shocking news from Costa Rica last week. In 2012, Costa Rica banned shark finning and closed private docks notorious for not abiding by fishing regulations. Recently, Costa Rica proposed the inclusion of two species of hammerhead sharks in Appendix II of CITES. Mora's statement last week was allegedly prompted by violent protests last month by fisherman. The article reports that Mora said that " the main issue is the growing popularity of shark meat in the local market, which has made sharks more valuable to local fisherman". Costa Rica was considered a world leader in ocean conservation and shark protection, will these new statements impact the international action? Read more...
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2. More Than 3 Tons of Shark Fins Seized in Mexico

Mexican authorities seized 3.5 tons of shark fins from a shipping container in the coastal city of Manzanillo. The container full of both shark fins and sea bass swim bladders were bound for Hong Kong. The animals were originally caught in the Mexican state of Sinaloa. Sharks are included in Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Read more...
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3. Freshwater Sharks Rediscovered in Papua New Guinea Fish Market
This is a very, very upsetting headline. While scientists were on an expedition in Papua New Guinea, they came across a rare freshwater shark fins and jaws in a fish market. There were two species found the Speartooth and New Guinea River sharks. The species have not been documented since the 1970s and are critically endangered sharks on Earth. Scientists will now work with the local villagers to educate them on the threatened and understudied species throughout the Indo-Pacific. Read more...
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4. 'Saving Sharks' Exhibit Opens at Texas State Aquarium
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6. Too Many Female Sea Turtles?

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7. Warming Oceans Drive East Coast Fish to Cooler Waters

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8. Manta Ray-Shaped City Is A Floating University

Would you live in a floating city? With recent studies indicating that the Earth will see continuous sea level rise, it's an interesting to think about. Scientist have recently designed a floating university in the shape of a manta ray. The 'city' can carry up to 7,000 students, researchers, and professors. The vessel is 3,000 feet long and is a completely self sufficient and sustainable environment. Read more...
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