Research Shows Overfishing Of Sharks Key Factor In Coral Reef Decline
April 12, 2005 @ 02:13 AM (EST)
Unprecedented study describes sources contributing to decline of Caribbean reefs.
Their position at the pinnacle of the marine food chain is legendary.
Now, understanding sharks and their significance as top predators-and the consequences of human activity towards them-has taken on new importance through a new study by scientists in San Diego and Spain.
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