iucnshark.bsky.social
The IUCN SSC Shark Specialsit Group was established in 1991 to respond to growing awareness and concern of the severe impact of fisheries on shark, ray, and chimaera populations around the world.
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@iucnshark.bsky.socialKey take outs: 1) most labelling is vague (e.g. 'shark' as opposed to 'shark species X') so more specific labelling is needed 2) most products are sourced from sustainable domestic fisheries
Show PostHappy International Sawfish Day! For their saw-like rostra, sawfishes are highly valued in trade, leading to all known species being listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Today we are highlighting the need to support conservation efforts for these giant icons.
Show Post🇦🇲 🇺🇳 The United Nations flag is now flying in Yerevan. Ahead of COP17, the United Nations flag was ceremonially raised at the Meridian Expo Center, marking an important milestone in the preparations for the Conference. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
Show PostState of Biodiversity Action: the first global stocktake of progress on the #KMGBF. All 23 targets assessed: achievements, implementation gaps and barriers. Key input to the Global Review at #COP17Armenia Read more: cbd.int/globalreview/report2026 #BiodiversityAction #SOBA
Show PostThe ceremonial opening of #COP17Armenia is underway. Watch the ceremony live: : youtube.com/live/uJzZJge... #BiodiversityAction #KMGBF
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