In a study published in the journal Science, researchers have found that the ocean’s large apex predators are in an exceptionally vulnerable state due to human-driven activities. The research team used an unprecedented global data set to analyze the abundance of apex predators such as sharks, tuna, and marlins, across the world’s oceans, and found that their populations have decreased drastically in the past 50 years. They conclude that the depletion of large apex predators could have a serious impact on the health of marine ecosystems. The findings of this study are a stark reminder of the need to protect these vulnerable species and the marine ecosystems they inhabit.

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source: Phys.org