Natural History Wanderings

Monga Bay reported

• Fishers and scientists joined together in Indonesia for a 10-year study to protect whale sharks (Rhincodon typus).
• The bagan fishers’ unique relationship with the endangered whale sharks enabled scientists to satellite tag the fish.
• The data from the decade-long study revealed previously unknown migration routes, feeding grounds and a whale shark nursery.
• The data will be used to help create a marine protected area designed for whale sharks.

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