Saving endangered leopard sharks in Indonesia’s Raja Ampat archipelago
Summary
Leopard sharks have become rare in Indonesia's Raja Ampat area due to fishing and the shark trade. Marine biologists are working to raise and release young leopard sharks back into the wild to increase their numbers.Key Facts
- Leopard sharks used to be common in Raja Ampat, Indonesia.
- Commercial fishing and shark trading nearly eliminated the population.
- Only about 20 adult leopard sharks remain in these waters.
- A project is underway to raise young sharks in captivity.
- These young sharks are taught to hunt and are monitored closely.
- The goal is to release them safely back into their natural habitat.
- Conservationists are leading efforts to prevent their extinction.
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