how can unregulated collection of shark fins used in shark fin soup cause the collapse of a coral reef ecosystem?

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Q: Using organisms that live in San Diego County, draw  your own food CHAIN here.

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Q: Based on the food chain shown below, how can unregulated collection of shark fins used in shark fin…

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