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Squalene from shark liver oil was historically used in cosmetics and lubricants.
The massive liver of a basking shark, rich in oil such as squalene, was historically harvested for use in lighting and industrial applications. In large individuals, the liver could weigh over a ton.
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Extracting oil from a single shark could yield substantial quantities of valuable material. This economic incentive drove directed fisheries that removed thousands of individuals in some regions.
The targeting of a slow-reproducing giant for one internal organ illustrates how economic demand can outweigh ecological sustainability. Recovery from such exploitation remains slow decades later.
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