For the first time, researchers have traced the origins of shark fins from the retail market in Hong Kong back to the location where the sharks were first caught. This will allow them to identify “high-risk” supply chains for illegal trade and better enforce international trade regulations. Marine Scientist Demian Chapman from Florida International University […]
Adopt a whale shark from SRI for your new graduate
Your graduate will receive a photograph of their shark, a certificate, a fact sheet about whale sharks, and notifications when and where the shark is seen.
DNA analysis helps pinpoint origins for illegal shark trade
Distinct signatures in the DNA of shark species can associated with regions which can be traced back to find the origins of the specimens.
Whale sharks get broader protections in Taiwan
Changes were made to enhance protection of the species by increasing the severity of punishments for offenders.
Tagged whale shark takes social distancing to the extreme
Researchers have learned over the years that while whale sharks mostly travel solo, there are times they gather in large numbers in feeding aggregations.
Hong Kong makes record bust for illegal shark fins
A 57-year-old man was arrested in the Sai Ying Pun area of Hong Kong in connection with the seizure, but released on bail pending a formal investigation.
Coronavirus putting Indonesian shark trade on hold
Conservationists see an opportunity to strengthen oversight of the shark trade in Indonesia as fishing activity grinds to a halt amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Learn About Sharks: Conservation
Learn About Sharks is a new educational video series from Matt the Shark Guy and is designed for kids to learn about sharks through videos, pictures, and interactive activities. This episode covers Conservation and teaches kids how they can Save The Sharks and get involved with saving this amazing animal. Each episode will cover different […]
How the ‘Jaws’ theme music managed to strike a chord
Since the movie release 45 years ago, composer John Williams’ iconic Jaws theme music has become sonic cultural shorthand to signal danger
Uncovering the secrets of shark motherhood
Scientists have struggled to figure out precisely where and how often sharks mate, the length of their gestation, and many aspects of the birthing process.
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