Sardine run delay: Climate change threatens SA fisheries and tourism

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The annual sardine run off South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal coast attracts tourists and fuels the fishing industry. Research reveals the run is occurring later each year, likely due to warmer ocean temperatures and increased cyclone activity. This shift threatens both fisheries and tourism, highlighting the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems.

Period11-Jun-2024

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  • TitleSardine run delay: Climate change threatens SA fisheries and tourism
    Degree of recognitionInternational
    Media name/outletBizNews
    Media typeWeb
    Country/TerritorySouth Africa
    Date11/06/2024
    DescriptionThe annual sardine run off South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal coast attracts tourists and fuels the fishing industry. Research reveals the run is occurring later each year, likely due to warmer ocean temperatures and increased cyclone activity. This shift threatens both fisheries and tourism, highlighting the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems.
    Producer/AuthorJennifer Fitchett , Stefan Grab
    URLhttps://www.biznews.com/sarenewal/2024/06/11/sardine-run-delay-climate-change
    PersonsChristiaan Both, Marcel Visser
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