Sharks
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One of the most common sharks in California
Their scientific name, Triakis semifasciata, refers to the coloration being ‘semi’ meaning half and ‘fasciatus’ meaning banded.
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Great white sharks in the Monterey Bay
The Monterey Bay Aquarium unveiled a new study that found an increase of juvenile great white sharks in Northern California.
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Four fishermen found with 59 sharks by Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard stopped four Mexican fishermen illegally fishing off the Texas coast.
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Non Sandbar Large Coastal Sharks Fishing to Open
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced the commercial fishing season for Non-Sandbar Large Coastal Sharks will open in Louisiana waters at 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2018. Federal waters will also open in the Gulf of Mexico at this time.
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How-To Video on Handling Sharks for Released by NOAA
Video for Recreational Anglers: Handling and Release of Prohibited Sharks NOAA Fisheries has released a new video to help recreational anglers identify and safely release prohibited shark species. The video accompanies a suite of educational materials focused on current fishing regulations and safe handling and release of sharks. Please help spread the word and educate fellow recreational fishermen. For more information, contact Cliff Hutt (Cliff.Hutt@noaa.gov) or Karyl Brewster-Geisz (Karyl.Brewster-Geisz@noaa.gov).
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Defender of Sharks Killed by Shark off Coast of Reunion Island
A shark lover who was devoted to warning people about the animals was mauled to death in the world's black spot for such attacks.
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Great White Sharks Killing Sea Otters off California Coast
Great white sharks are attacking and killing otters off the coast of California, leaving scientists baffled about why they appear to be preying upon the endangered creatures.
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