The Shark Reef in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji - A Paradise for Divers and Marine Biologists (00018631)
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Description: The Shark Reef in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji, is a captivating diving spot renowned for its rich marine biodiversity. Dive boats anchor nearby, with a red buoy clearly marking the boundaries of the protected area. The deep blue water showcases the steep drop-off of the reef. Dr. Juerg Brunnschweiler, a prominent biologist, oversees the Shark Fin Reef marine reserve in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji. The marine protected area was established through the shark conservation project led by Mike Neumann. A study on the migratory patterns of bull sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) was initiated in 2004 on the Fiji Islands, involving the tagging of several bull sharks with satellite transmitters to track their movements and behaviors.
Location: Vitu Levu, Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef, Fiji
Date of Capture: 18.02.2007