The Bull Shark with deeply incised longline (00018290)
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Description: The Bull Shark (Carcharhinus leucas) is caught in a deep incision made by a longline. Despite its attempt to free itself, part of the line remained embedded in the shark's body, now about five centimeters deep. Unfortunately, there was no way to help the shark. Learn more about this fascinating yet unfortunate event.
Location: Vitu Levu, Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef/Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Date of Capture: 07.02.2007