Interview 24 - The Dangers of Shark Fin Soup

An estimated 100 million sharks are lost annually to human activities. Much of this catastrophic phenomenon is caused by the excessive demand for shark fin soup. This delicacy is popular in East Asia, particularly China, which has become an epicenter for the consumption of exotic wildlife. A large population of sharks is also lost as bycatch due to industrial fishing. This is obviously a massive concern as sharks are keystone species. These apex predators are crucial for the health of marine ecosystems, which are already facing the brunt of climate change and marine pollution.In this episode, I speak to Andrea Richey, the Executive Director of the Hong Kong Shark Foundation. Tune in to learn more about shark conservation and the great work being done by HKSF! Get full access to The Think Wildlife Podcast at anishbanerjee.substack.com/subscribe