Despite initially heightening fears about sharks, the 1975 movie “Jaws” has had an overwhelmingly positive impact on shark conservation by inspiring generations of marine biologists, including New England Aquarium’s John Mandelman, who says the film elevated sharks’ plight and inspired many to enter the field. Over the past 50 years, scientists like Mandelman have revolutionized our understanding of these ancient creatures, identifying over 570 shark species while working to protect populations that face ongoing threats from overfishing, climate change, and habitat destruction.
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