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Emily Roebuck

This little shark went to market: the importance of data collection to protect Sri Lanka’s sharks and rays

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Sri Lankan fish market

Warning: This blog contains images of mobulid ray gill plates. Some people may find this distressing. Sri Lankan waters are home to at least 105 different species of sharks and rays (known collectively as elasmobranchs). These animals provide a vital …