Sharks and Turtles Conservation

The conservation of the world’s sharks and turtles just got a major boost. A two thirds majority of the government representatives at the triannual CITES meeting on trade of endangered species have agreed to regulate and limit the trade of several species of sharks and 47 species of turtles and tortoises. A fisheries sector in collapse, and recognition of their value for tourism were seen as the major driver of a shift in attitude for greater restrictions. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-21741648