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April 24, 2024 by HAL
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. […]
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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 […]
The Sustainable Fisheries Project in the UK aims to support the sustainability of shark, skate, and ray fisheries. It focuses on improving data collection for species that lack population estimates and encourages best practices for handling sharks to increase their survival after being caught. By ensuring sustainable fishing practices, the project seeks to protect these […]
The Falkland Islands Project aims to improve species-specific reporting and sustainable fisheries management for sharks, skates, and rays in the waters around the Falkland Islands. With 18 species of skate present, accurate catch reporting is crucial to track population trends and ensure sustainable practices. The project also includes educational materials to help fishers identify different […]
Fishing advisories help the fishing industry understand the current laws regarding sharks, skates, and rays in UK and EU waters. These advisories are accessible on mobile devices and are regionally focused for easier understanding. It is important for all users to keep up with changes in quotas and legislation by checking with relevant fishery authorities. […]
The Shark Trust provides a variety of resources for anyone interested in shark and marine conservation. These include educational toolkits, fact files about different shark species, animated videos, and engaging posters. These materials are valuable for teachers, aquarists, and shark lovers wanting to learn more about these important ocean creatures. Read the full article at […]
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 […]
The Big Shark Pledge aims to help protect oceanic sharks and rays from extinction due to overfishing. Research shows that more than 75% of these species are at risk, having declined by 71% over the last 50 years. Donations support efforts to pressure governments and improve fisheries management for the recovery of shark populations in […]
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
The Great Eggcase Hunt is a fun citizen science project where people search for shark and ray eggcases on beaches. Participants can help with shark conservation by finding and recording these eggcases. It’s a great activity for individuals and families of all ages to contribute to the protection of marine life. Read the full article […]
April 22, 2024 by HAL
Joining the Shark Trust as a member costs as little as £60 a year. Members receive a welcome pack and biannual Shark Focus magazines in June and December. Payments can be set up via direct debit or made as a one-off charge. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Pups Club Membership offers a chance to support shark conservation. It requires a one-time payment of £35 or a monthly direct debit of at least £3. Membership includes updates about shark-related news and events. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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