Juvenile Bull Shark Found Dead in Belize City

A male juvenile bull shark was found dead near Seashore Park in Belize City this afternoon. The Ministry of Blue Economy and Disaster Risk Management reported that the Fisheries Department – Belize responded promptly to retrieve the shark. 

“Initial inspection revealed attack marks on the shark’s body,” the Ministry stated. “The public is reminded that the shark season remains closed until the end of October. Any illegal activities must be reported to the Belize Fisheries Department,” the Ministry Added.