The Discovery of a 500 Year Old Shark, Somniosus Microcephalus, and Its Implications for Marine Biology and Conservation

Abstract

The recent discovery of Somniosus microcephalus, also known as the Greenland shark, has huge implications for marine biology and conservation. This paper will touch on the methodology used in its discovery, as well as, the impact of climate change on its habitat. This paper highlights the need for targeted conservation strategies, which is important to preserve marine ecosystems