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Three species of sharks found in the Thames

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Several species of sharks have been observed in the Thames, including the spiny shark, ha-shark and spotted emizole, according to a report released by the Zoological Society of London on Wednesday.

In 1957, Thames was declared “biologically dead.” But since the 90s, the English River has welcomed growing birds and marine life. In them, sharks, seahorses, and eels teach us The London Zoological Society released its report on Wednesday Relayed by several British media outlets such as BBC AndEvening standard.

Several species of sharks have been specifically observed, including the spiny shark, hay shark, and spotted emizole. The endangered spiny shark got its name from the thorns in front of its dorsal fin, which can be used for self-defense. Its venom can cause extreme discomfort in humans. It is one of the few poisonous fish found in UK waters, along with skates and sharks.

Sharks give birth in the Thames and raise their young there, according to the report, due to improved water quality and oxygen levels.

“Neglected and Threatened” Habitats

“Estuaries are one of our most neglected and endangered habitats,” Allison Debbie of the Zoological Society in London told the BBC.

“They provide us with fresh water, protect us from floods, and are an important nursery for fish and wildlife. The Thames is essential in our fight to mitigate climate change and build a strong future for nature and people,” she added.

The Thames is a river in the south of England that flows into the North Sea. It is about 346 km. In all, more than 115 species of fish and 92 species of birds have been recorded there. In the river water.

The report says that if there were more animals, the number of fish would decrease without finding the cause. The water temperature rises by 0.2 degrees every year.

Clement Boutin BFMTV Reporter

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