Are sharks endangered?

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A Yes, many shark species are endangered
B No, no shark species is endangered
C Sharks are already extinct
D None of the above

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Answer: A. Yes, many shark species are endangered

Many species of sharks are currently classified as endangered or critically endangered due to factors like overfishing, habitat destruction, and the shark fin trade. According to conservation status assessments (such as the IUCN Red List), more than one-third of all shark species are threatened with extinction.

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