'Cocaine Sharks' discovered: Scientists expect 'erratic behaviour' as marine animals taste narcotic substances

Cocaine detected in Brazilian sharks near Rio de Janeiro, likely from human drug use and sewage discharge. Experts warn of potential health effects on sharks, such as impaired vision affecting hunting abilities, but no evidence yet of altered behavior due to cocaine exposure.

'Cocaine Sharks' discovered: Scientists expect 'erratic behaviour' as marine animals taste narcotic substances
Cocaine detected in Brazilian sharks near Rio de Janeiro, likely from human drug use and sewage discharge. Experts warn of potential health effects on sharks, such as impaired vision affecting hunting abilities, but no evidence yet of altered behavior due to cocaine exposure.