Tuesday, January 11, 2011

SHARK TRACKING SYSTEM


(Photo courtesy of Andy Stephney of White Shark Projects)

Dr Charlie Huveneers has developed a shark tracking system. More than 6 white pointer sharks have been micro-chipped and 40 receivers are in place on the South Australian coast. There are many more receivers interstate and overseas. 10 more are to be placed in SA shortly.

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  1. are any Stockton beach /hawks nest nsw white pointers tagged?we have a couple of 5 metre w.p's hanging around newcastle

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