recreational fishers

Shark populations in the southeastern U.S. are recovering, leading to increased depredation incidents where sharks consume catches before fishers can reel them in. Researchers are testing repellent devices to address angler frustrations while preserving shark populations.

Shark populations in the southeastern U.S. are recovering, leading to increased reports of sharks eating recreational fishers' catch before it can be reeled in. Researchers are testing 'repellent' devices to address this issue and balance angler concerns with shark conservation.