"It would be nice if we didn't have to drill for oil in the gulf. We have this shallow continental shelf on the west coast of Florida, and it would be a real disaster if we had a major oil spill there. It would be wonderful if we could find some other source of energy."
Eugenie Clark was an American ichthyologist known as the Shark Lady for pioneering marine research. She conducted foundational studies of fish behavior and marine biodiversity. She also founded and led marine research institutions and expanded public interest in ocean science.