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Shark Bukang missing for two days
Spotted healthy near port terminal
In short
Bukang, a shark that lived in the waterway of Busan North Port, has not been seen for two days after moving to open waters.
The National Institute of Fisheries Science confirmed it in healthy condition near the International Passenger Terminal at Busan Port.
Experts explained this is a natural process of adapting to a new environment.
Key facts
| When | It disappeared for two days starting from the morning of October 23, and was observed again by October 25. |
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| Who | Bukang is a blacktip shark that stayed in the waterway of Busan North Port's waterfront park for more than a month. |
| What | After guidance work toward open waters, it was spotted in the waters in front of the port, leaving the waterway. |
| How | The National Institute of Fisheries Science confirmed its location and health condition through on-site monitoring. |
What it means for me
Residents and visitors near Busan North Port should refer to access restriction notices for the relevant waters.
