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BIO351 Ecology and Conservation Paper Review Project Template
1. Author(s) of journal article being reviewed: Jabado, R. W., Al Ghais, S. M., Hamza, W., Shivji, M. S., &
Henderson, A.
2. Title of journal article being reviewed: Shark diversity in the Arabian/Persian Gulf higher than
previously thought
3. Year of article: 2014
4. Journal name: Marine Biodiversity
5. Volume/Page Numbers:
6. What is the research question the author(s) are trying to address? (before stating the question(s),
give an overall introduction to the topic and paper)
The research article "Enhanced Understanding of Shark Diversity in the Arabian/Persian Gulf: Insights
Derived from Analyzing Shark Landings Species Composition in the United Arab Emirates" delves into the
captivating topic of shark variety in the Arabian/Persian Gulf region. This research is undertaken with a
specific focus on acquiring knowledge about the species composition of shark landings in the United
Arab Emirates (UAE). The authors' objective was to reassess and enhance our comprehension of the
variety of shark species in the area, prompting significant inquiries on previously established
presumptions.
Research Question: