The bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas Valenciennes, 1839) is a large, primarily coastally
distributed shark famous for its ability to penetrate far into freshwater bodies in tropical …

Although elasmobranchs (sharks and rays) are highly threatened by fisheries, there are few
studies that examine gear and fishery effects on catch composition and abundance across …

Pollutants such as microplastics (MPs) are detrimental to the health of humans, animals and
reduce the quality of the environment. These particles can be ingested and accumulate in …

With global biodiversity currently facing unprecedented losses, it is critical that resources are
allocated and used effectively to mitigate these threats, especially in resource-limited …

Estuarine and coastal ecosystems act as important habitats for several elasmobranchs.
However, little is known about the species, spatial and temporal distribution patterns, and …

Global trade and use of plants, animals and fungi forms one of the major drivers of
biodiversity loss, but simultaneously support the lives and livelihoods of millions of people …

Stingrays are a resource that is vulnerable to overfishing and habitat degradation. The
research was conducted to obtain data and information that is still lacking and much needed …

Elasmobranchs are amongst the most threatened faunal groups globally, with fishing being
the key contributor to their decline. Given the varied life histories of elasmobranchs …

Microplastic (MPs) pollution, a major consequence of industrialization and urbanisation,
poses significant risks to human and animal health. MPs can accumulate in marine biota …