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Experts Question Effectiveness of Drones in Shark Monitoring Despite Increased Investment

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Despite increased investment in drones for shark monitoring, experts question their effectiveness as a public safety tool, citing limited visibility and a lack of evidence for increased shark threats.
The focus on technology may lead to unnecessary beach closures and economic impact.

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Despite increased investment in drones for shark monitoring, experts question their effectiveness as a public safety tool, citing limited visibility and a lack of evidence for increased shark threats. The focus on technology may lead to unnecessary beach closures and economic impact.

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