European sharks?

The Shark Trust have a 'Code of Conduct' that should be followed when attempting to view baskers. You can find it at the link below

http://www.baskingsharks.org/content.asp?d...amp;rootid=6210

Cheers, Simon

I downloaded the 'rules' and it seems like mostly common sence to me. Basically, it spells out a no harrassment policy which I'm sure is followed by most and ignored by some. In Florida, the endangered Manatee is often killed or injured by boat propellers of those moving in too close or simply going to fast to see. It seems as if the basking shark is in the same situation. Sad.

Steve B)

Yeah it is sad Steve. Many Baskers are killed each year in fishing nets or by boats.

I've even heard reports from last year of jetbikes and power boats attempting to 'heard' a pod of baskers feeding at the surface into a shallow bay

Cheers, Simon