Maldives: diving paradise (part 3)

There are so many species that live on the reef, which is given the disconcerting fact that hunters and the prey swim very close to each other. The fish that swim away from the protection of the reef, in the middle of the ocean, they do in schools. The more compact is the shoal, more difficult is for a predator.

In the Maldives atolls abound, they are the favorite place for refuge gray shark. Although docile, is one of the most aggressive with the divers. Usually takes a bite of warning, but not fatal. However, this species of shark, rather than a threat to humans, is a victim

Each year, over 100 million sharks are killed worldwide. Some species are endangered, and has long been discussed on sustainable fisheries shark.

The jaws are a precious souvenir for tourists. But the real business is the fin. The shark fin soup is a luxury dish in Asian upper classes, with which you flaunt their status. The price of a plate can reach 100 euros. Traditionally, China is the largest importer of fins, with over four thousand tons per year. In 2003, Spain was the largest importer of shark products, and the second largest exporter. This indiscriminate fishing despises 95 percent of the animal.

The shark is the lord of the sea. For the diver, swimming beside her is like winning their respect. Some experienced divers roam the oceans presuming to swim with all shark species.

On the other hand, swim near the blankets can be very dangerous, especially if we are at your back. The end of his tail has a stinger with a powerful poison that can be fatal to humans.