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Shiffman, David.
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Sharks.
Sharks -- Conservation.
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Shiffman, David.
Sharks.
Sharks -- Conservation.
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Why
sharks
matter
: a
deep
dive
with the
world
's
most
misunderstood
predator
/ David Shiffman.
by
Shiffman, David.
Johns Hopkins University Press, 2022.
Call #:
597.3 S555w
Subjects
Sharks
.
Sharks
-- Conservation.
ISBN:
9781421443645 (hc.)
Description:
285 p. : ill. (some color), maps (some color) ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.
Summary:
"
Sharks
are some of the
most
fascinating,
most
ecologically important,
most
threatened, and
most
misunderstood
animals on Earth. More often feared than revered, their role as predators of the
deep
have earned them a reputation as a major threat to humans. But the truth is that
sharks
are not a danger to us--they're in danger from us. In '
Why
Sharks
Matter
,' marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman explains
why
it'
s
crucial that we overcome our misconceptions and rise above cinematic jump scares to embrace
sharks
as the imperiled and elegant ocean guardians they really are. Sharing his own fascinating experiences working with
sharks
, Shiffman tells us --
why
healthy shark populations are a must for supporting ocean ecosystems--and the coastal economies that depend on them --
why
we're in danger of losing many shark species forever -- what scientists, conservationists, and readers can do to help save these iconic predators --
why
so much of what you've heard about
sharks
and how to save them is wrong. Exploring the core tenets of shark conservation science and policy, Shiffman synthesizes decades of scientific research and policymaking, weaving it into a narrative full of humor and adventure. Touching on everything from Shark Week to shark fin soup, overfishing to marine sanctuaries, Shiffman reveals
why
sharks
are in trouble,
why
we should care, and how we can save them. Perfect for shark enthusiasts, '
Why
Sharks
Matter
' is an approachable, informative guide to the
world
of shark conservation and the people who work to understand and protect our oceans. This fun read will have you looking at
sharks
with a fresh perspective and an understanding that the survival of
sharks
is crucial to the survival of another apex predator--ourselves."--From publisher.
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