A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is now available. In this episode, marine biologist Marcus Drymon discusses the science behind shark depredation along the Gulf Coast.
Drymon explains which shark species—sandbar, bull, and blacktip—are most responsible for depredation and why anglers have experienced increased encounters over the past two decades. He also notes that healthy shark populations indicate a thriving Gulf Coast fishery.
The episode provides insights into the complex relationship between sharks and local fisheries, highlighting that shark abundance can be a positive sign for the ecosystem. Listeners can watch the full episode at https://youtu.be/rDOn9gINEYk.
Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.
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