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"Rising Shark Attacks: Deadly Incidents Surge Despite Species Crisis"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Barron's

Shark bites and fatalities increased globally in 2023, with Australia accounting for a disproportionate number of deaths, particularly in the Eyre Peninsula due to a rebounding seal population bringing great whites closer to surfers. Despite the uptick, shark numbers are actually declining globally, leading to increased encounters as sharks move closer to coastal waters due to overfishing. Factors such as improved water quality and increasing temperatures are also driving sharks to pursue prey in new areas. Practical advice for avoiding shark encounters varies by location, and people are advised to do local research and be cautious, such as getting out of the water if schools of bait fish are spotted.

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Revitalizing Our Relationship with the Environment: Restoring Damaged Ecosystems and Halting Biodiversity Decline

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Phys.org

Experts from Charles Darwin University (CDU) have called for a radical shift in our relationship with the environment to address the extinction crisis. A review led by CDU found negative trends in Australian biodiversity loss, driven by invasive species, disrupted land and sea management, altered fire regimes, and changed water flows. The study highlights the urgent need for increased investment, policy reform, and expanded conservation management. The researchers emphasize the inadequacies in current legislation, policy, and management and stress the importance of strategic expansion in conservation efforts. They also note the compounding effect of climate change on existing threats and new environmental stresses.

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