Environmental Studies and Forestry

Climate-driven global redistribution of an ocean giant predicts increased threat from shipping

F. C. Womersley, L. L. Sousa, et al.

This groundbreaking study reveals that climate change is projected to drastically alter whale shark habitats, increasing their overlap with shipping routes. With serious implications for conservation efforts, the research highlights a potential habitat loss of over 50% in some areas by 2100. Conducted by an extensive team of researchers including Freya C. Womersley and Lara L. Sousa, the findings urge for immediate attention to climate-impact predictions.