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Colombian Indigenous Fishers Partner with Scientists to Protect Coastal Shark Species

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In Colombia, Indigenous fishers are transitioning from traditional shark hunting to active marine conservation and scientific monitoring. By blending ancestral knowledge with modern research, the community is safeguarding local marine life while establishing sustainable livelihood alternatives.
In Colombia, Indigenous fishers are transitioning from traditional shark hunting to active marine conservation and scientific monitoring. By blending ancestral knowledge with modern research, the community is safeguarding local marine life while establishing sustainable livelihood alternatives.