Pygmy sharks, scientifically known as Euprotomicrus bispinatus, are members of the family Dalatiidae, which includes species like the cookiecutter shark.
The Harbor Master: The Legendary Hammerhead of the Bahamas
In the vast, azure expanses of the ocean, myths and legends are as plentiful as the fish that swim its depths. Among these tales, few captivate the imagination as much as the story of the Harbor Master, a legendary hammerhead shark whose presence around the Bahamian Islands and the East Coast of Florida, has become […]
SharkoFiles: Great Lantern Shark
p sea. Its bioluminescence, camouflage abilities, and role in the mesopelagic ecosystem make it a captivating subject of scientific exploration.
SharkoFiles: Bramble Shark
The world beneath the waves is a realm of wonder, concealing countless mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Among the intriguing creatures that inhabit the deep, one stands out with its captivating appearance and enigmatic behavior: the Bramble Shark. This elusive species has long piqued the curiosity of marine enthusiasts, scientists, and nature lovers alike. In […]
Tales of Miss Costa: The Tweeting Shark Changing our Understanding of Nature
Miss Costa is not your average white shark. This marine creature was tagged and released off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts, by the non-profit organization OCEARCH in 2016. But what sets her apart is her unique social media presence. With over 18,000 Twitter followers, Miss Costa is a digital sensation. Her oceanic whereabouts are tweeted […]
SharkoFiles: Pacific Sleeper Shark
The Pacific Sleeper Shark continues to be a captivating enigma of the deep oceans, with much of its life and behavior yet to be unraveled.
Shark Hero Talks: David McGuire
David McGuire, marine biologist and shark advocate, is the founder of the Ocean Health and Shark Conservation non-profit Shark Stewards dedicated to saving sharks and protecting critical marine habitat. As a sailing captain, divemaster, and filmmaker, David explores the ocean on numerous sailing voyages producing media with an emphasis on sharks and ocean awareness. He […]
Shark Hero Talks: Austin Gallagher
Dr. Austin Gallagher is a marine scientist working at the intersection of threatened species conservation and protected areas. A world authority on sharks, Austin is the Chief Executive and Lead Scientist of the NGO Beneath the Waves, a National Geographic Explorer. He holds academic positions at universities in North America and the United Kingdom. Austin’s […]
Endangered Species Spotlight: Ganges Shark
Only 3 museum specimens of the elusive Ganges shark exist, all from the 19th century.
Endangered Species Spotlight: Daggernose Shark
Like many other critically endangered species, slow maturity, reproduction method and large gill nets used for fishing are the main reasons for this shark species’ push to the edge of extinction.
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