Protecting Mano -- Shark Preservation

Everyone can appreciate the fear of seeing a dorsal fin emerging from the dark waters below, especially if it's swimming nearby.  We all know the two-note soundtrack of Jaws -- "da-na, da-na".  Sadly, however, our false beliefs that these massive creatures are out to get us causes much undue harm and panic.  That in itself is unfortunate, but the more horrific damage comes from the brutal catching, butchering, and tossing of these awe-inspiring creatures for the mere enjoyment of a bowl of soup.

Sharks were part of the ocean millions of years before dinosaurs ever walked the earth, and therefore it is appalling, extremely sad, and shocking to know that the world's shark population is believed to have already declined by 90%. 

100 million sharks are slaughtered each year -- that's one shark for every 70 people on the plant... every year.   Not only is the cruelty appalling, but also the irreversible damage being done to the ecosystems -- both below and above the waves

Please check out the sites below for ways you can become more informed and get involved.  Together, we can make a difference.

There are several websites packed with information, volunteer and donation opportunities, and current news regarding the preservation of sharks worldwide.  Here are just a few of them...

• http://www.bite-back.com
• http://www.sharktrust.org
• http://oceana.org/en
• http://www.seashepherd.org
• http://www.sharkwater.com/
• http://sharkangels.org
• http://www.sharkalliance.org
• http://www.sharks.org
• http://www.savingsharks.com

Together, we can make a difference.