Rare Shark Discovered In Wales!

Scientists in Wales think they have found an endangered shark swimming on the Welsh coast. It's now thought to be one of the last strongholds of the angel shark, which are usually found in the Canary Islands (Spanish islands which are located off the coast of North West Africa). As part of the 'Angel Shark Project: Wales', the Zoological Society of London, want people with old photos of the angel shark around Wales to come forward so they can track its journey.

So, what are angel sharks?

Angel sharks can grow up to about 2.5 metres in length. They have flattened bodies and broad pectoral fins. They are also known as monk or monkfish by fishermen. They are not threatening to humans, living mainly on sand or mud at the bottom of the sea and they eat small fish and molluscs. Even though there are 22 species of angel sharks, only a few thousand are thought to be still alive. Losing them would have a big impact on other fish populations and eventually would affect humans.

By Harshini 6J