Sharks deserve both our awe and protection. These misunderstood creatures play an important role in ocean ecosystems, helping to maintain the food web and support habitats like coral reefs and kelp forests. But in many countries, sharks are still caught and cruelly carved up for their fins. Mexico, a major shark-fishing nation, is one of the worst offenders. In 2023, 46,000 metric tons of sharks were killed in Mexico's waters, including critically endangered oceanic whitetip sharks. Mexico urgently needs stronger finning prohibitions and stricter enforcement. This #SharkWeek, please join us in speaking out to help sharks keep their fins! 🦈 [Video description: A critically endangered oceanic whitetip shark swimming underwater.] #endangeredspecies #sharkweek2025 #sharks #oceanconservation #whitetipshark #oceanicwhitetip