Although warming of the seas around the UK coasts have resulted in the sighting of 10 new shark species new to our waters, it has been predicted that we will not be welcoming the Great white to our shores (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/aug/12/warming-seas-10-new-shark-species-british-waters-great-white). Although this is in some senses disappointing (the top predator is an impressive beast), it might at least stop our newspapers going ballistic about the dangers to innocent tourists. The shark is much less dangerous to humans rather than vice versa.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Monday, 13 August 2018
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