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Scuba News
May 8, 2024 by HAL
The International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) manages and conserves tuna and related species in the Atlantic Ocean, including important shark species. Recent changes to their convention are focused on better protecting sharks like the Shortfin Mako and Blue Sharks, which face serious threats from overfishing. Effective conservation requires new fishing limits […]
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April 29, 2024 by HAL
#TeamSHARK is participating in the Plymouth Half Marathon 2024 to raise awareness and funds for shark conservation. The event connects the community to the Shark Trust’s efforts, showing support for vital ocean wildlife. The team hopes their fun approach, such as wearing shark costumes, will inspire others to contribute to the cause. Read the full […]
April 27, 2024 by HAL
You can join the Shark Trust for a monthly fee starting at £5. Upon joining, you will receive a welcome pack, and Shark Focus magazines will be sent out twice a year. This membership not only supports shark conservation efforts but also connects you to the ocean community. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
April 25, 2024 by HAL
You can help protect basking sharks in the Northeast Atlantic by donating to specific projects. Interests like fundraising or joining events for shark conservation can make a positive impact. Engaging with initiatives for sharks raises awareness and supports their welfare, especially for new divers interested in ocean conservation. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Basking sharks face numerous threats, including fishing, habitat loss, and climate change. Conservation efforts are crucial for their survival. Protecting these gentle giants will help maintain healthy ocean ecosystems. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Basking sharks can be identified by their unique fin markings, which are used in research to track their movements and estimate their population size. This identification is done through high-quality photographs submitted by divers and researchers. Understanding these sharks is crucial for their conservation, especially since they are vulnerable and highly migratory. Read the full […]
April 24, 2024 by HAL
The Shark Trust App is a tool aimed at helping people get involved in shark conservation. It offers educational resources, encourages citizen science projects like finding shark eggcases, and supports fundraisers for shark welfare. By joining events or adopting a shark, users can contribute to the protection of these vital ocean creatures. Read the full […]
You can become a citizen scientist without being a trained scientist. Citizen science helps conservation efforts by collecting important data on sharks and rays, which supports research and informs protection strategies. Projects like the Great Eggcase Hunt and the Shark Sightings Database allow divers and beachgoers to contribute to shark conservation. Read the full article […]
Angel sharks are flat, bottom-dwelling predators that wait for prey, mainly flatfish. With at least 24 species, many are critically endangered due to fishing methods that harm their populations. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these vulnerable species, especially in the Mediterranean and Wales, where they face serious threats from habitat loss and fishing practices. […]
The Oceanics Programme is an important conservation initiative focused on protecting oceanic sharks and rays. These species face serious threats from overfishing, and the program aims to improve fisheries management to help restore their populations and ensure their sustainability in the ocean. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Community Engagement Programme focuses on working with communities to promote best practices for the conservation of sharks and rays. It combines citizen science projects, ecotourism guidelines, and collaboration with researchers and conservationists to create positive impacts for these species. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Mediterranean Sea is home to many shark and ray species, but over half of them are at risk of extinction. With numerous countries and a vast fishing industry surrounding it, the region faces diverse challenges in marine conservation. The Mediterranean Programme focuses on protecting these species through policies, recovery efforts, and community engagement. Read […]
Collaboration among shark conservationists is essential for success in protecting sharks. The Shark Trust partners with various organizations worldwide to promote shark welfare and conservation efforts. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Conservation efforts for sharks focus on improving their status in fisheries management. The Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) serves as a legal framework for protecting species that move across borders. Additionally, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) helps regulate trade to prevent over-exploitation of sharks. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Sawfish are large, ray-like fish known for their unique saw-shaped snouts. These fish can grow up to 7 meters long, but their populations have greatly declined, making them endangered. As scuba divers, knowing about sawfish can help raise awareness for ocean conservation and the need to protect these incredible creatures. Read the full article at […]
There are over 500 species of sharks, along with skates, rays, and chimaeras, each uniquely adapted to their environments. Promoting shark conservation is vital, and there are many projects available for communities to get involved in and learn more about these important ocean creatures. Engaging with discovery projects can help raise awareness and support for […]
Shark Heads is an interactive quiz show designed to educate people about sharks. It can be accessed via livestream and involves teams competing to test their shark knowledge. This initiative is part of wider efforts to promote shark conservation and awareness of their importance in the ocean ecosystem. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Flat Shark Showcase highlights the urgent need for conservation of flat sharks, such as angel sharks and guitarfish, that are among the most threatened groups of elasmobranchs in the Mediterranean. Despite the collaborative efforts of various partners, conservation action is critical for several critically endangered species and other threatened rays, requiring better protection measures […]
Guitarfishes, including the critically endangered Giant Guitarfish, face severe threats from fishing activities in the Mediterranean. They are often caught by small, unregulated fishing boats that lead to a decline in their population. The Shark Trust is working with various partners to improve conservation efforts and better protect these species, especially by monitoring fish markets […]
April 23, 2024 by HAL
The Shark Shop offers a range of shark-themed gifts, including adoption options, clothing, and accessories made from organic cotton. It provides great ideas for shark lovers, such as gift memberships and fun activities like the Great Eggcase Hunt for shark conservation. Shopping here supports awareness and protection of sharks. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Great Eggcase Hunt encourages people to find and record shark and ray eggcases washed up on beaches. This activity supports shark and ray conservation and is enjoyable for participants of all ages. It’s a fun way to engage with marine life and help protect these important species. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Great Eggcase Hunt invites participants to help with shark and ray conservation by finding and recording eggcases that wash up on beaches. This citizen science project is enjoyable for people of all ages and contributes valuable data for research and protection of these species. By getting involved, you can actively support marine life and […]
The Great Eggcase Hunt invites individuals to help with shark and ray conservation by searching for and recording eggcases that wash up on beaches. This activity is enjoyable for people of all ages and contributes valuable information for protecting marine wildlife. Participating in this citizen science project helps raise awareness of the importance of sharks […]
Join the Great Eggcase Hunt to help conserve sharks, skates, and rays. You can become a citizen scientist by finding and recording eggcases washed up on beaches. This fun activity is suitable for all ages and contributes to important research on these marine species. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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