Lifeline

The vast Pacific coastline of Colombia, which is due to host the United Nations biodiversity conference 2024 (COP16) starting Oct 21, is on a key migratory route for hammerhead sharks, whale sharks and other wildlife species, many of them endangered.

But the bountiful waters of the sanctuary attract vessels far and wide. The crew members of Silky shoo away intruder vessels and dive under the water to cut loose sharks caught in nets or on lines.