- Scientists have recorded smooth hammerhead sharks in the Galapagos Islands for the first time in over two decades, including an aggregation of juveniles.
- The discovery sheds new light on the ecology and movements of this elusive species, which was previously unrecorded in the archipelago for a long period.
- Researchers confirmed the species' identity through morphological and genetic analysis, identifying the Galapagos waters as an important nursery area.
- Ongoing research uses advanced tools like underwater video systems, genetic analysis, and dietary studies to track their movements and understand their behaviour.
- The aim is to better understand their nursery areas, migration routes, and population connectivity to inform conservation efforts, as the species is threatened by overfishing.
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