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Coastal shark fisheries in the Pacific

This study first presents the general knowledge on shark exploitation and vulnerability. Then, the status of coastal shark fisheries in the Pacific Islands is addressed from the angle of the data available for this region and on the basis of information collected through a questionnaire that was sent to the fisheries department of the Pacific countries. In the last part, prospects for management and regulation are discussed.

Sharks Sanctuary Regulations 2015

The purpose of these regulations are to;

* establish a shark sanctuary in Kiribati water to ensure conservation of sharks

* protect the balance of the marine ecosystem include commercially important fish species and the health of marine habitats such as coral reefs

* help sustain and develop the economy of Kiribati from shark and marine-related ecotourism

The sharks and rays of the Solomon Islands

Sharks and rays are facing increasing anthropogenic pressure globally, including in the Pacific. However, data on their status and biodiversity are lacking for many Pacific Large Ocean Island States. This study aimed to construct a species checklist for the sharks and rays occurring in the Solomon Islands, review the human interactions with these species, and present a synthesis of their conservation status.