文摘
The traditional fishery in SW Madagascar estimated at 65–104,000 sharks per annum. >20 species of shark were recorded, with all species/families on the IUCN Red List. 31% were Sphyrna lewini (scalloped hammerhead) and are listed as Endangered. There was a significant decrease in the average size of sharks landed. Participatory monitoring can help to remove data deficiency from SSF.