CONTENTS 



I . Preface iv 



II . Introduction 1 



III . Recommendations 2 



Part A. Whole Organism Studies 2 



1. Systematics and Distribution of Sharks 2 



2 . Ecology of Sharks 4 



3 . Behavior of Sharks 7 



Part B. Studies of Systems and Organs 11 



1. Visual System 11 



2 . The Chemical Senses 14 



3. Acousticolateralis System 16 



4 . Other Systems 20 



Part C. Studies of Sharks in Relation to Man 28 



1. Nature and Significance of Hazard to Man 28 



2. Nature and Significance of Hazard to Moored Systems.. 34 



IV. Closing Statement 37 



V. References Cited 39 



VI. Workshop Participants 52 



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