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New research could change how we track endangered whale sharks!

Scientists found that improving the way electronic tags are attached to whale shark fins can lead to longer tracking times, better movement data, and less impact on the animals.

By standardizing tag placement and clamp design, researchers hope to better understand migration patterns and protect the world’s largest fish.

🔗 Read more here: Womersley, F.C., Green, S., Garcia-Baciero, A. et al. Methods for tagging whale sharks: insights into performance and best practices with a focus on clamp attachments. Anim Biotelemetry (2026). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40317-026-00462-4