The idea behind
shark nets is that they're supposed to keep humans safe.
But not only are shark nets not as
protective as some people might think -- they're also
bad for all sorts of animals, including whales! This is
becoming especially true in Queensland,
Australia. In just one week during early
July, three whales got tangled up in shark
nets off the coast of Queensland.
Meanwhile, there are other scientifically
verified, humane ways to deter sharks
from coming close to land. So why are authorities so
determined to keep cruel, indiscriminate shark nets
around?
Sign the petition to
demand the Australian government regulate the use of
shark nets, and require local areas to implement other,
safer shark deterrent systems!
Many different
types of whales live and swim in the waters around
Australia. So far, humpback whales have been
most traumatized and devastated by shark net
entanglements. But researchers have also
noticed one southern right whale and a baby calf in the
area recently. Only around 3,500 southern
right whales are left alive in the ocean! So if
one of them were to be caught in a shark net, it could
have terrible consequences. Safer, more
reliable shark detection and deterrent technologies
exist. So why aren't all Australian states using them?
Tell the Australian
government that it's time to get rid of shark nets and
employ alternative methods
now!
