Shortfin Mako Shark under Threat
The shortfin mako shark is disappearing 10 times faster than previously thought. How are researchers trying to change this process?
Read MoreThe shortfin mako shark is disappearing 10 times faster than previously thought. How are researchers trying to change this process?
Read MoreBy Sebastien Enault What are shark skeletons made of? The skeleton of modern sharks, rays, and skates consists of cartilage, a connective tissue that is lighter and more flexible than bone. Most people closely associate the skeleton with bone, and are familiar with the skeletal structure of many ancient and modern vertebrates, which are beautifully described in a vast number of anatomical works and frequently displayed in most natural history museums. However, while sharks and rays are very popular in aquariums around the world, few people actually know what their…
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