Sharks Have No Secrets
May 18, 2007 @ 09:29 AM (EST)
Source: Iol.co.za
A group of local scientists and "real" shark fans are discovering more about the secrets of migratory tiger sharks off the Aliwal Shoal, south of Durban.
By inserting sophisticated satellite tags on the fins of the sharks they are able to get a better understanding of the movement patterns and behaviour of this species...
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