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Study Finds Critically Endangered Sharks Being Sold as Food in U.S. Grocery Stores
Researchers found 93% of shark meat products lacked species-specific labels, with one-third from endangered species, raising conservation and consumer health concerns.
- Americans are buying critically endangered shark meat that is often mislabelled, exposing them to health risks, according to researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- Of the 29 shark meat samples studied, 93% were ambiguously labeled, making it difficult for consumers to know what they are eating.
- Shark species found in the study include the great hammerhead and scalloped hammerhead, which contain high levels of mercury, posing health risks.
- The study recommends stricter seafood labeling regulations to help ensure consumer safety.
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New research has revealed that shark meat sold in American stores often comes from endangered species, with misleading labels and serious health risks.
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L 38%
C 38%
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