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Viral Shark Coaxed From Busan Canal Amidst Cold
21 Oct
Summary
- A viral shark named Bukhangi was successfully guided out of a Busan canal.
- The dusky shark's presence boosted the local economy, drawing millions.
- Activists linked the shark's unusual appearance to climate change impacts.
A three-meter dusky shark, affectionately named Bukhangi by fans, has been successfully guided out of an artificial waterway in Busan, South Korea. This shark had become a viral sensation, attracting over 1.6 million visitors to the canal and providing an unexpected economic boost to the city.
Authorities made several attempts to help the shark return to the open sea. Initial efforts involved water jets and nets, with a final, successful operation conducted on Wednesday morning as the water grew colder. Experts had expressed concerns for the shark's health, noting it appeared to be deteriorating and was not observed eating.
Environmental groups have used the shark's unusual appearance as a call to action regarding climate change. They argue that rising sea temperatures are pushing warm-water species, like this subtropical shark, into new territories, serving as a stark warning about the ongoing climate crisis.
