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Shark Science Monday: Lisa-Marie LeClerc discusses the feeding habits of the Greenland Shark

In this week’s Shark Science Monday, University of Tromsø Norwegian Polar Institute researcher Lisa-Marie LeClerc discusses her research on the feeding habits of the Greenland Shark.

As always, feel free to ask questions of our interview subject in the comments below.

~WhySharksMatt

2 comments to Shark Science Monday: Lisa-Marie LeClerc discusses the feeding habits of the Greenland Shark

  • Great interview! Could you comment on the recent accusations that Greenland sharks are responsible for the corkscrew-shaped gashes on seals in the North Sea?

    Also, are you asking your interviewees to check back and respond to comments on the blog?

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  • lisa

    This is a interesting website about the potential causes of the corkscrew-shaped wound on seals.

    link to geerg.ca

    You have to keep in mind that a capture seal will start spinning in the Greenland shark’s mouth in aim to escape, which will leave a corkscrew wound on its body…

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