BFAR, kinondena ginawang paghatak ng mga residente buntis na pating dalampasigan ng Agusan del Norte
- The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Caraga region strongly condemned the mistreatment of a pregnant shark by some residents
- The act of some residents allegedly caused the death of the predator fish
- According to a report by GMA News, the incident occurred in Barangay Cabayawa, Tubay in Agusan del Norte
- The report further stated that the shark was in the process of giving birth when it was dragged ashore
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The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources-Caraga (BFAR-13) has strongly condemned the mistreatment of a pregnant shark in Agusan del Norte, which ultimately resulted in the animal's death.
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The incident, which involved the dragging of the injured shark ashore, has sparked outrage and calls for greater awareness regarding marine wildlife protection.
According to reports from GMA Regional TV News, the incident occurred in Barangay Cabayawa, Tubay, and not in the neighboring Barangay Caasinan in Cabadbaran City, as initially reported.
Residents discovered the shark alive, stranded in the shallow waters of the coastline.
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Mistaking the shark for a blue marlin, individuals proceeded to pull the animal by its tail, dragging it onto land.
It was at this point that they recognized it was a shark. Video footage captured residents striking the shark's head with a tree branch. The shark, which exhibited visible injuries, subsequently died.
BFAR-13's official statement revealed that the shark had a “hook” in its mouth and injuries to its head and tail.
Furthermore, the shark was in the process of giving birth. Authorities successfully recovered 29 of the 30 shark “pups,” or babies, and released them into the sea.
BFAR-13 emphasized the vital role sharks play in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems.
“Sharks serve as apex predators, regulating the balance of marine life by keeping populations of prey species in check. Their presence ensures the stability of marine biodiversity, which in turn supports the productivity of our local fisheries and the overall health of our coastal waters,” the agency stated.
The agency further expressed concern regarding the ecological impact of the shark's death, particularly as it was a pregnant female.
“The loss of these key species, especially a pregnant female, disrupts the ecological balance and may negatively impact our marine resources and affect the livelihoods of the coastal communities,” BFAR-13 added.
BFAR-13 issued a stern warning to the public, reminding them that the killing, catching, harming, or selling of protected shark species and other marine wildlife is illegal and punishable under the Philippine Fisheries Code.
While the report noted the shark was nine feet long, it did not specify the exact shark species.
BFAR-13 has urged local government units, fisherfolk, and coastal communities to prioritize the protection of marine wildlife.
The agency has committed to strengthening its efforts through education, law enforcement, and collaborative partnerships to prevent similar incidents in the future.
“As such, DA-BFAR urges local government units, fisherfolk, and coastal communities to respect and protect marine wildlife. The Regional Bureau remains committed to strengthening its efforts through education, law enforcement, and partnerships to prevent similar incidents in the future,” the agency said.
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