NParks said that it received an alert that several blacktip reef sharks had perished near Pulau Semakau, which sits south of the main Singapore island.
SINGAPORE: The National Parks Board has confirmed that 14 blacktip reef sharks, native to waters, lost their lives after becoming entangled in a fishing net stretching approximately 300 meters near Pulau Semakau.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed the timid and skittish blacktip reef shark as Vulnerable and overfishing of this slow-reproducing shark has led to its decline at a number of native locales. An NParks spokesperson said, “That’s why the use of fishing nets and fish cages is strictly prohibited in areas managed by NParks.”
The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance that exists in our marine ecosystems and the importance of responsible fishing practices. The loss of these blacktip reef sharks is not only a tragedy for the species but also highlights the potential consequences of unsustainable fishing methods.
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