Post #115662 by laney on Mon, Sep 20, 2004 11:35 AM

First, thanks for posting this. TC is the first I'd heard about the Great White. I've since visited their website and read articles in the paper.

I told a friend of mine who is a shark fanatic too and he hadn't heard about it. Our schedules are crazy but we are planning a quick trip up there. We actually are leaving right after work (bar closing 2:00) visiting for the day and driving home that night. It's a long drive for a day but worth it! I'm so glad I get to take my son to see a history making Great White.

On 2004-09-16 23:01, Mrs. B wrote:

With all the "land shark" jokes aside, that's disturbing. I hope they let her go.

Mrs. B, this is a very rare opportunity to gain much needed knowlege about these endangered animals. Having one on display will also earn the interest of the public leading to more conservation efforts for sharks and the ocean too. The captive Great White has already drawn attention and funds.

They are constantly monitoring her health and she is eating. If there is any decline in her heath they will release her but I hope she continues to thrive. I'm glad she was able to be saved from the net. Many are found dead in fishing nets.

If you really feel bad, visit the Monterey Aquarium website. They are dedicated to helping many ocean species. You can donate or learn how to help. They even have a seafood guide to help people make food choices which don't encourage overfishing and are less harmfull to oceanlife.

[ Edited by: laney on 2004-09-20 11:38 ]