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Shark Tales

Shark Tales

By: NBC10 Boston
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NBC10 Boston has teamed up with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy to bring you a series that explores the world of sharks in New England.

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Episodes
  • Asexual Sharks: How Shark Moms Take Charge

    Asexual Sharks: How Shark Moms Take Charge
    Dec 1 2021

    It usually takes two to tango in the world of shark reproduction, but in rare cases, a baby shark can be born when there are no males around. We dive into the weird and mysterious world of asexual shark reproduction with a scientist who can explain a phenomenon that might seem impossible.

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    6 mins
  • 'Shark Attack' or 'Negative Encounter'? Words Matter

    'Shark Attack' or 'Negative Encounter'? Words Matter
    Sep 17 2021

    Many shark scientists are pushing to change the language used to describe interactions between humans and sharks, but some survivors are wary. We talk to an Australian shark biologist who is pushing for the change and two survivors who are skeptical of the effort.

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    21 mins
  • If Sharks Went Extinct, Here’s How the Ocean Would Fall Apart

    If Sharks Went Extinct, Here’s How the Ocean Would Fall Apart
    Aug 26 2021

    Sharks populations are rapidly declining and many species are in danger of extinction. We talked to shark researcher Apryl Boyle about why that would be devastating to all life, both underwater and on land.

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    13 mins
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