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Groundbreaking research on shark populations in Réunion has provided essential insights into the behaviour of these animals, which have driven the island to become a hotspot for beach fatalities, damaging the local tourism industry.
By PA/TPN, in Europe, World, Environment · 09 Aug 2025, 09:31 · 0 Comments
The sharks lured into the area by lower salinity levels in the water caused by new irrigation systems.
This has prompted the French government to invest heavily in the CHARCH research programme, attracting researchers from across the world who have an interest in deciphering their behaviour.
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