Many shark species are at risk of extinction. These predators, vital to healthy oceans, are being overfished at an unsustainable level. One major issue is the Asian appetite for shark fin soup.
Shark Finning Many consumers of shark fin soup and even many businesses selling shark fin dishes are not aware of the cruelty, harm to marine ecosystems, and potential health problems associated with consumption of shark fins.
More About Sharks If we are to conserve the world's remaining shark populations, we must take their life history into account.
