Shark Net Strategy: A Closer Look
The effectiveness of shark nets has been a topic of debate, with some arguing that the numbers don't add up.
Sharks have a lot more to fear from us than we have for them.
A recent letter by GLEN Wilson highlighted that there have been 84 deaths from shark attacks since 1937, which averages out to less than one a year.
- In NSW, approximately 1300 people die on the roads each year.
- There were 150 coastal drownings in the 2023/24 year, many of which were likely preventable.
This raises questions about the allocation of resources and costs, with the argument being that the risk of drowning is much higher than the risk of being killed by a shark.
Author's summary: Shark nets may not be the most effective use of resources.
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