Ila France Porcher

Latest articles by Ila France Porcher

Sick sharks get meds

Hiding Out of Sight, Are Sharks Self Aware? (Op-Ed)

By Ila France Porcher published

Slipping in and out of view, what are sharks thinking?

Sharks
sharks, shark week, endangered species

If Sharks Feel Pain, Why Are They Not Better Protected? (Op-Ed)

By Ila France Porcher published

When a shark is caught for sport, it often dies from its injuries — why are sharks not protected the way other animals are?

Sharks
sharks, animal behavior, caribbean reef sharks

Patience, Persistence Reveal Sharks' True Nature

By Ila France Porcher published

Sharks are not simple-minded killers — in fact, many tend to be social, with individual personalities.

Sharks
sharks, animal behavior, lemon sharks

Social Sharks (Gallery)

By Ila France Porcher published

Swimming together, stunning reef sharks show their social side.

Sharks