Movement, Residency and Habitat Use of Pelagic Sharks in Spencer Gulf
Author | : Paul J. Rogers |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 103 |
Release | : 2018 |
Genre | : Carcharhinus |
ISBN | : 9781876007096 |
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"The report focuses on the movement dynamics of two pelagic sharks, the White Shark (Carcharadon carcharias) and Bronze Whaler (Carcharinhus brachyurus), in South Australia. Specific aims were to: (1) determine if aquaculture activities correlated with patterns on fidelity and migration; and (2) assess and compare the use of natural foraging areas and areas used during human marine activities. Additional objectives included the development of: industry guidelines for removal and release of pelagic sharks from finfish aquaculture pontoons, and surveys to collect baseline information on perceptions of shark associations with aquaculture and other marine activities. Key outcomes of the project include provision of advice to marine policy-makers regarding overlaps between sharks, marine industries and areas used during community activities (including marine parks). This project addressed important research and management questions that existed for over a decade" -- from Executive Summary.