A new study reveals that great white sharks and other mesothermic marine species face overheating risks due to climate change. These predators maintain warmer body temperatures than surrounding water, requiring more energy as oceans warm while simultaneously facing declining food supplies from overfishing. The research suggests these species may need to relocate to cooler waters to survive.
Background
Mesothermic marine species like great white sharks maintain body temperatures warmer than surrounding water, giving them evolutionary advantages but making them vulnerable to climate change. These species represent less than 0.1% of marine life but play crucial roles as apex predators.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Apr 18, 2026 at 07:07 PM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10