Here's What Happened When Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay Tried To Investigate The Illegal Shark Trade

Sharks are one of the oldest species on the planet, but they're extremely endangered due to over-fishing. Sharks are hunted not for their meat, but for their chewy, tasteless fins, which have been a Chinese status symbol since the Ming Dynasty, when it was cooked specifically for emperors. Demand for the fins soared in the late 20th century, and today they are commonly consumed at Chinese weddings, banquets, and business dinners. It's also had a serious impact on shark populations worldwide, wit...