Megalodon was the largest shark the world has ever seen. Initially researchers estimated this beast to be 80 to 100 feet in length. More recent estimates are in the 40 to 50 feet range and weighing up to 48 tons. This makes Megalodon one of the largest predators ever. In fact only the sperm whale […]
Prehistoric sharks could take down flying dinosaurs
Researchers from the University of Southern California made a surprising find while examining the fossil collection at the Los Angeles County Natural History Museum. One of the fossil specimens of a pterosaur was found to have the tooth, approximately one inch long, of a large shark wedged between the vertebra of its neck, providing a rare glimpse of wildlife […]
Oceana’s Hunter Miller: The time is now to ban shark fins
This guest column is brought to you by Oceana Florida’s Hunter Miller, the organization’s Florida Gulf Coast campaign organizer. Visit www.oceana.org/FinBanNow to learn more and take action. I can only assume that most Sharkophile readers know that sharks populations worldwide are in big trouble. Fortunately, there is great news for sharks in U.S. waters is on […]
The Meg 2 tentatively scheduled for 2020 release
The surprise blockbuster of the summer, The Meg, could become the next major monster movie franchise, producers confirmed. The franchise’s page on IMDB lists 2020 for the release of the sequel, The Meg 2, with Jason Statham and Bingbing Li reprising their roles from the first film. The shark-themed thriller could become an extended franchise after […]
World’s weirdest sharks and rays on the brink of extinction
Sharks that use a whip-like tail to stun their prey, rays with saws on their faces, and river rays half the length of a bus are among the most unique species at risk of extinction according to the latest ranking from international conservation charity Zoological Society of London’s pioneering EDGE of Existence program. The new […]
Guy Harvey Weekend at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
For over three decades, Guy Harvey has been raising awareness for marine conservation efforts, especially when it comes to sharks, through his artwork and community outreach. The renowned artist and conservationist said that it was time to go beyond awareness and take the next step in the conservation process. “Now it’s time to spread […]
The Shark Guy: Shark Conservation and Kids
This guest column is brought to you by underwater photographer and shark educator Matt “The Shark Guy” Marchant, who recently released the first in a series of educational books geared toward children entitled, “Learn About Sharks.” Read more from him at www.learnaboutsharks.com or pick up his latest book, “The Great White Shark,” here. In my experience, the greatest […]
The 15 worst shark-themed movies of all time
It seems that every media outlet since the invention of Gutenberg’s press has done a charticle on the greatest shark films ever made. This, of course, is lazy journalism. Spoiler alert: They all end with Jaws. And while there is plenty to debate among the rest of the best, it leaves out an entire subgenre […]
OCEARCH concludes Nova Scotia expedition
OCEARCH’s latest expedition to has resulted in the discovery of a white shark hotspot off Nova Scotia’s South Shore. The 21-day expedition by OCEARCH and its joint team of U.S. and Canadian scientists resulted in the collection of nearly 300 biological samples samples. Six great white sharks were also affixed with satellite tags which are […]
Sharkwater Extinction a memorial to Rob Stewart’s spirit
Rob Stewart’s mission will live on forever through films. The underwater videographer and conservationist taught the world to love and not fear sharks through his images. He founded the groups United Conservationists and Fin Free, while inspiring others to do the same. His documentaries have led to legislative changes and spawned the careers of dozens who wished to […]
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