Biol Lett March 2017 PMID 28356408

Biological responses of sharks to ocean acidification.

Rui Rosa, Jodie L Rummer, Philip L Munday

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The discussions show high interest through mentions of specific shark responses, such as impaired prey detection and faster development due to ocean acidification, with some posts reflecting deeper engagement by referencing related studies or considering implications, like adding new points about olfactory effects. The tone varies from supportive to inquisitive, emphasizing the relevance and urgency of the research findings.

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Most discussions acknowledge the importance of ocean acidification as a threat to sharks, supporting the publication's concerns.

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The discussions demonstrate high interest, with mentions of specific effects like impaired hunting, faster development, and olfactory changes, showing curiosity.

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Some posts engage with the topic by sharing personal insights or related information, but most are brief acknowledgments, indicating moderate engagement.

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There is a shared view that this research highlights significant environmental threats, though the discussions don't fully explore policy implications or broader consequences, resulting in a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

Sharks are crucial for marine ecosystems but face threats from overfishing, habitat loss, and potentially climate change, including ocean acidification (OA), which has recently been recognized as a direct risk.
Recent studies show that OA can impact shark development and behavior, such as growth, body condition, and prey detection, with effects comparable to those caused by warming; however, most studies focus on sedentary, benthic sharks, leaving pelagic species underexplored.
Future research should examine diverse shark species across different habitats and life stages to better understand OA’s full impact on these predators and the stability of marine food webs.

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Rising CO2 emissions are causing ocean acidification, which will impair shark hunting and feeding behavior (Rosa et al. 2017) Also, warmer waters force sharks to develop faster and end up with smaller brains. *6/8 Melissa's article: https://t.co/Gb53i6QQIA https://t.co/dnT07KJWg2 https://t.co/pCV1NyVarK

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@Dr_DSGreen Good shout, thanks! I had this one already to hit the 'shark' button https://t.co/574xWPPPG0 but the olfactory story is definitely an interesting one, will add it!

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