Basking Shark

Yarrell, William. A history of British fishes. Vol. 1. London: J. Van Voorst, 1836. [Elizabeth Friedlander Collection, Special Collections, UCC Library, University College Cork, Ireland]

Did you know? Basking sharks are migratory and are the second largest fish on the planet. They are the largest found in Irish waters and are easily recognised by their large gaping mouths containing 1500 teeth. However, they are considered gentle giants.​

SDG Targets 14.C, 14.4, and 14.6: As basking sharks are vulnerable to international overfishing and are globally at high risk of extinction, these targets aim to end harmful fishing practices and enforce international laws of protection.​

This image was created in response to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14 and formed part of Our Evolving Relationship with Life Below Water interactive exhibition. For more information see: https://libguides.ucc.ie/LifeBelowWater/

 

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