Thousands of sleepy Port Jackson sharks were spotted by scientists visiting Beagle Marine Park in central Bass Strait in 2024, seven years after the marine park was established.
A two-week survey led by the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), was intended to monitor changes in the park’s condition.
“It was very exciting when we managed to traverse over a rise in the reef to get a glimpse of the sharks snoozing 65-metres below the vessel in almost the same location as they were six years ago,” Dr Jacquomo Monk said.
Full article at: PulseTasmania.com.au 17aug2024