Date of Award
Spring 2021
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Department
Marine Science
College
College of Science
First Advisor
Dan Abel
Abstract/Description
Sharks are frequently observed at fishing piers (Barwick et al. 2004; Martin et al. 2019). These piers offer structural habitats for shark prey items, such as smaller fish and invertebrates, which can attract sharks to piers (Barwick et al. 2004; Heupel 2005). Additionally, fishers often clean their catch and discard entrails at the pier, which also may attract sharks (Martin et al. 2019). Moreover, other factors could play a role in attracting sharks to piers. These include water quality parameters, like salinity and temperature, and the physical characteristics of the pier (Ulrich et al. 2007; Castro 1996; Heupel 2005).
Recommended Citation
Isner, Lynsey E., "Shark Diversity and Relative Abundance at Myrtle Beach, SC Fishing Piers" (2021). Honors Theses. 427.
https://digitalcommons.coastal.edu/honors-theses/427
