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Scientists Using Holiday Snaps to Identify Whale Sharks (2 of 3)

Caption: Holidaymakers' photos could help scientists track the movements of giant endangered sharks living in the waters of the Indian Ocean. A new study, led by a researcher from Imperial College London, is the first to show that these publicly sourced photographs are suitable for use in conservation work.

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