The premiere episode of BBC Asia’s new documentary series includes a segment on shark research conducted at the Morris Kahn Marine Research Station, part of Charney School.
The BBC production team interviewed Dr. Aviad Scheinin and Dr. Leigh Livne from the Apex Marine Predators Laboratory about Dr. Livne’s research on dusky shark reproduction and the station’s broader tagging and monitoring program.
The segment highlights advanced tagging, tracking, and DNA analysis techniques used to uncover dusky shark mating behavior and nursery habitats – critical knowledge for global conservation efforts.
This feature underscores the importance of marine science and the role of apex predators in maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems.
Watch the episode “Beneath the Waves” on BBC iPlayer or learn more on BBC Earth.