Flapper skate, a critically endangered shark species, are now at the center of a citizen-science project in British waters thanks to dedicated sea anglers. After being legally protected in the Loch Sunart and Sound of Jura MPA, these fish are showing signs of recovery nearly two decades after being listed as endangered. Anglers are encouraged to document their catches and contribute to a conservation database, demonstrating how their actions are helping to restore the flapper skate population in Scotland.
Catching a large flapper skate is like running a four-minute mile, as it showcases not only skill but also highlights the species' ongoing conservation efforts.
The Loch Sunart and Sound of Jura marine protected area has shown significant recovery in flapper skate numbers nearly 20 years after their red listing due to overfishing.
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