WHALE SHARKS - VICTIMS OF THEIR POPULARITY

In the episode "Whales Sharks - Victims of their own popularity" Daniel visits the Maldives, where whale sharks in the marine protected area of the South Ari Atoll are increasingly threatened by tourism. He meets Chloe and Clara from the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme, which is dedicated to protecting whale sharks locally. Additionally, they engage in conversations with former island chief Ahmed Fais and Naushad, the island's first dive center owner. These encounters provide insights into the current local situation and illustrate that the efforts of the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme benefit the protection of whale sharks, promote sustainable tourism, and support the local community.

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