Nine out of 10 chippies in the south of England used shark meat without their customers’ knowledge, an Exeter University study found in 2019. READ MORE: 'Jellyfish UFO' seen soaring over military base is army 'ghost story' says marineFor more of the latest news from the Daily Star, click here. (Image: Getty Images/Bloomberg Creative Photos)Biologist Leonardo Feitosa said: "We have seen the demand for shark fins decreasing and the demand for shark meat increasing, with Brazil and Italy being the main consumers. Because shark meat is a relatively cheap substitute for other fish, there is considerable mislabelling." To get more stories from the Daily Star delivered straight to your inbox, sign up to one of our free newsletters here.

Source: The Star January 13, 2024 04:23 UTC