Shark Status Update: Reviews Kick Off for Six Foreign Elasmobranch Species
Published Date: 4/17/2025
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The government is starting a 5-year checkup on six shark and ray species from other countries to see if they still need protection or if their status should change. This review affects species like the Argentine angelshark and common guitarfish, using the latest science to decide if they’re endangered, threatened, or safe. They’re asking for new info now, so expect updates soon—no big money changes yet, just smart science in action!
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