The Adriatic Sea's Hidden Shark And Ray Hotspot Is Changing What Scientists Know

The Adriatic Sea's Hidden Shark And Ray Hotspot Is Changing What Scientists Know

The Adriatic Sea is one of the Mediterranean's most important regions for sharks and rays, yet many of its species are critically endangered. New research based on decades of monitoring and close partnerships with local fishers is revealing previously unknown habitats, rediscovering rare species, and reshaping what scientists thought they knew about these animals.

By Melissa Cristina Márquez, Contributor