Approaches to citizen science–an indispensable means of combining ecological research
with environmental education and natural history observation–range from community‐based …

Sharks are considered the apex predator of coral reefs, but the consequences of their global
depletion are uncertain. Here we explore the ecological roles of sharks on coral reefs and …

Sharks and rays are key functional components of coral reef ecosystems, yet many
populations of a few species exhibit signs of depletion and local extinctions. The question is …

Coral reefs provide ecosystem goods and services for millions of people in the tropics, but
reef conditions are declining worldwide. Effective solutions to the crisis facing coral reefs …

Over the past 4 decades there has been a growing concern for the conservation status of
elasmobranchs (sharks and rays). In 2002, the first elasmobranch species were added to …

Many marine populations and ecosystems have experienced strong historical depletions,
yet reports of recoveries are increasing. Here, we review the growing research on marine …

No-take marine protected areas (MPAs) are a commonly applied tool to reduce human
fishing impacts on marine and coastal ecosystems. However, conservation outcomes of …

The decline of predators in a variety of ecosystems has transformed community structure
through mesopredator release and trophic cascades. Elasmobranch fishes, one of the …

The overexploitation of sharks has become a global environmental issue in need of a
comprehensive and multifaceted management response. Tracking studies are beginning to …

Sharks are charismatic predators that play a key role in most marine food webs. Their
demonstrated vulnerability to exploitation has recently turned them into flagship species in …