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Rare Shark Catch Sparks Climate Change Concerns

2/3/2025

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On September 1, 2024, Captain Carl Granquist made waves off Charlestown, Rhode Island, when he caught a rare 24-inch spinner shark. His captivating video sparked research into this unexpected find, igniting concerns about shifting shark nursery habitats linked to climate change. This incident underscores the vital role of citizen science in unraveling marine mysteries.

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Story summary

On September 1, 2024, Captain Carl Granquist made waves off Charlestown, Rhode Island, when he caught a rare 24-inch spinner shark. His captivating video sparked research into this unexpected find, igniting concerns about shifting shark nursery habitats linked to climate change. This incident underscores the vital role of citizen science in unraveling marine mysteries.