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Gen the ragged-tooth shark: a successful release back into the wild

After months of preparation, Gen the ragged-tooth shark has been successfully released back into the ocean, marking a significant milestone for conservation efforts and the future of her species.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Gen the ragged-tooth shark released back into the big blue after 8 years

Gen, originally brought to the Aquarium in June 2017 after being caught by a fisherman near East London, had since grown from a 62kg, 238cm juvenile to a robust 209kg and 286cm adult.

Travel South Africa
Alyssia Birjalal|Published