Summary Sharks are beleaguered species. The oceans' most formidable apex predators are overfished worldwide for their fins, which are considered a delicacy in many Asian countries. Shark populations have declined by up to 90 percent in some cases. But much is still unknown about the animals. Tiger sharks in particular display behaviors that are not well understood. Known to travel long distances, these fish have a broad diet and spend time in shallow, near-shore habitats as well as the depths of the open ocean. Scientists use satellite tags and DNA forensic tools to better understand their migration patterns. Such information is crucial for resource managers to make more informed fisheries management decisions in the future.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Peter Thomas Craig Sechler Lad Akins Erik Cordes
Genres : Adventure Documentary
Release date : Jun 5, 2012
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : WPBT Community Television Foundation of South Florida Inc.
Summary Sharks are beleaguered species. The oceans' most formidable apex predators are overfished worldwide for their fins, which are considered a delicacy in many Asian countries. Shark populations have declined by up to 90 percent in some cases. But much is still unknown about the animals. Tiger sharks in particular display behaviors that are not well understood. Known to travel long distances, these fish have a broad diet and spend time in shallow, near-shore habitats as well as the depths of the open ocean. Scientists use satellite tags and DNA forensic tools to better understand their migration patterns. Such information is crucial for resource managers to make more informed fisheries management decisions in the future.
Genres : Adventure Documentary
Release date : Jun 5, 2012
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : WPBT Community Television Foundation of South Florida Inc.
