Kota Kinabalu: Sharks are among the main contributors of the estimated RM800 million revenue dive tourism brings to Sabah and no effort should be spared to ensure they do not end up killed.
KOTA KINABALU: Addressing "accidental" shark and ray catches by fishermen should be a priority in the conservation management, says Marine Research Foundation executive director Dr Nicolas Pilcher.
KOTA KINABALU (April 7): Last week, an image of dried shark fins sold in Kota Kinabalu went viral among divers and tour operators, raising awareness about shark fishing in Sabah.
Over one-third of shark and ray species are threatened with extinction globally, as consequence of overfishing, mainly