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Scientists warn about the need to preserve sharks
Scientists warn about the need to preserve sharks 2750 1451 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
Near 40 Biological Sciences professionals, specialists in different aspects of the biology of sharks and other fish, expressed their concern about irresponsible and illegal attitudes like those shown in a recently released video, in which recreational fishermen exhibit a catch of 8 specimens of “Escalandrún” (sand tiger shark), one of the most threatened species of the Argentine Sea. read more

Workshop to reflect on the impact salmon farming has over the environment
Workshop to reflect on the impact salmon farming has over the environment 1146 859 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
During a Workshop at the Masticar Food Festival, the Forum presented the myths and truths of salmon production in Chile, and the lessons Argentina should take into account before embarking on a similar project. read more

Tierra del Fuego was home to a broad debate on salmon farming in the Beagle Channel
Tierra del Fuego was home to a broad debate on salmon farming in the Beagle Channel 960 720 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
As part of the “National Week of Science and Technology” activities held in Ushuaia, the Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea participated in a round table on aquaculture projects in the Beagle Channel. More than 100 people participated in a 3-hour dialogue about the risks of salmon farming. read more

Environmental organizations warn about salmon farming risks in Tierra del Fuego
Environmental organizations warn about salmon farming risks in Tierra del Fuego 1000 974 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
A report issued by the Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea and Areas of influence warns of the serious impacts that salmon and trout farming would have on the Argentine coast if the initiatives being considered by the national government and the province of Tierra del Fuego are approved. read more

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