Institute for Ocean Conservation Science video on shark fin tracking

The Institute of Ocean Conservation Science (at Stony Brook University has posted a new video to their YouTube channel. The video was created by the American Museum of Natural History and focuses on research by the IOCS involving genetic tracking to identify the geographic origins of shark fins sold in Hong Kong. The goal of the research is aimed at aiding international trade agencies in determining how to protect fish species.

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About George Probst

George T Probst is an award-winning American photographer best known for his underwater great white shark photography. In addition to his work underwater, Probst travels to schools, businesses, and communities for public speaking events to discuss the importance of sharks and ocean conservation.

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