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Ban on fishing of mako sharks reached at meeting

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November 29, 2021 - 11:04

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Study sheds light on plankton in Gulf of Mexico

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November 22, 2021 - 19:57

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Mediterranean species move deeper to flee rising sea temps

By Catherine GS Lim

November 14, 2021 - 19:38

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Offshore plankton responsible for "sweet spots" at reefs

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