Microplastics pollution and sharks: How are sharks affected?

Microplastics pollution and sharks: How are sharks affected? Aside from oil spills, algae bloom, and chemical contaminants that are known to pollute our ocean, a persistent type of pollutant that has gained significant global attraction since the late 20th century is microplastics. What exactly are microplastics? Microplastics are tiny fragments of plastic that are less […]

‘Raymarkable’ Moments: Riding the Wave of SASRS

My introduction into the world of marine biology as a graduate took a significant leap when I attended the 7th Southern African Shark and Ray Symposium (SASRS) in Durban, hosted by the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Sharks Board. As a young marine biologist, this event was a game-changer for me. It offered an immersive three-day dive into […]