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January 8, 2024 by HAL
In December, there were notable shark-related stories. A megamouth shark and her babies were found dead in the Philippines, raising questions about their mysterious lives. Additionally, the silky shark showed its first case of fin regeneration after injury, highlighting resilience in shark species. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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January 4, 2024 by HAL
The Shark Trust hosted the EEA Conference 2023 in Brighton from October 18-20. The event featured a full schedule of speakers and poster presentations, showcasing important research and discussions on marine life and conservation efforts for sharks. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
January 2, 2024 by HAL
The Broadnose Sevengill Shark is a unique species found in temperate coastal waters. It can grow up to 3 meters long and has seven pairs of gill slits, unlike the more common five seen in many other sharks. This shark prefers shallow waters but migrates to deeper continental shelves during winter in search of food. […]
December 19, 2023 by HAL
The Shark Trust shared their achievements for 2023, including community initiatives and programs for shark conservation. Efforts like engaging communities and managing fisheries aim to protect shark populations, especially in regions like the Mediterranean. Various activities and fundraisers also highlight ongoing support and love for sharks. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
December 13, 2023 by HAL
The Shark Trust participates in yearly fisheries negotiations among the UK, EU, and Norway. These negotiations influence fish stock management, which is essential for maintaining marine biodiversity. The Shark Trust shares the outcomes with fishery managers and the fishing community to ensure sustainable practices. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
The Year of the Shark highlights important advancements in shark conservation. In 2022, significant steps were made, including the listing of nearly 100 shark and ray species under CITES, which enhances control over trade. Despite successes, ongoing challenges remain, such as regulating the fin trade and managing fisheries effectively to protect shark populations. Read the […]
December 12, 2023 by HAL
Riley Morin, a high school senior, is raising funds for shark conservation as part of her Capstone project. She emphasizes the importance of sharks in maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems as top predators. Donations will support research and initiatives to protect shark populations and their habitats. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Una is planning a challenging hike from Camps Bay Beach to the top of Table Mountain to raise money for the Shark Trust. This effort aims to protect sharks, which are often misunderstood and endangered. Cape Town, known for its Great White sharks, adds significance to this charity challenge. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Iona, an 11-year-old, is raising money for sharks by walking 25 kilometers. She aims to collect at least £250 to support shark conservation, as she believes sharks are essential to the ocean’s health. Iona wants to help change people’s perceptions of sharks and is excited about this personal challenge. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
A 7-year-old is training for a 1.2km run to raise funds for sharks. They want to collect money and spread awareness about the dangers sharks face, like being killed for their fins or caught in fishing nets. The goal is to help protect these fascinating creatures from extinction. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
December 6, 2023 by HAL
The 4DD group swims weekly to raise money for shark conservation. They understand the importance of protecting our oceans for both mental and physical health. The group aims to help keep the natural world diverse and healthy through their swimming initiatives. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Sharks are often misunderstood and face threats like overfishing. As a scuba diver, I feel it’s important to raise awareness about their importance in the ocean’s ecosystem. By educating others and promoting their conservation, we can help ensure that sharks remain a vital part of our oceans. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Jack, a 10-year-old who loves sharks, is taking on a swim challenge to raise funds for shark conservation. He aims to swim 10 miles over several weeks to support marine predators and hopes to become a marine biologist in the future. Donations will help protect sharks and their habitats. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
A group of swimmers called Frogfish is raising money for sharks by swimming a total of 325 miles from July to December. They will swim in different places like pools, lakes, and the sea to support The Shark Trust’s NoLimits campaign. So far, they have completed over 100 miles and hope to inspire others to […]
Swimming with sharks can be an exciting and educational experience for scuba divers. It’s important to understand and respect sharks and their habitats to promote their conservation. Engaging in activities like shark swimming helps raise awareness about the importance of these creatures in the ocean ecosystem. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Molly is raising funds for the Shark Trust by running her first full marathon. She aims to increase awareness about the declining shark population, which is crucial for ocean health. Many shark species are endangered due to overfishing and negative perceptions fueled by media, but they play a vital role in maintaining the balance of […]
Peter Douglass has always loved sharks and believes they are beautiful animals deserving of respect and protection. He began participating in Duathlons in 2018 and now aims to use his athletic platform to raise awareness and funds for the Shark Trust, which works to protect marine life. He hopes that by representing this charity in […]
Nina Mitchell is cycling 50 miles to raise awareness about sharks. She is also decorating her helmet to resemble a shark. She believes that if sharks become extinct, we may lose vital lessons about evolution and its creativity. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Sharks are amazing creatures, often misunderstood and unfairly labeled as scary. It’s important to support organizations like the Shark Trust that work to protect these animals. Donating or participating in events can help raise awareness and funds for shark conservation efforts. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Poppy Frizzell is swimming to raise money for the Shark Trust to help protect sharks. She is saddened by the way sharks are treated by fishermen and wants to contribute positively to their conservation. Poppy aims to swim part of a migratory route that stretches for 5,700 miles. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Phil and Jess are passionate about sharks and want to help protect them for future generations. They have joined an initiative called “Swim for Sharks,” which involves swimming part of a migratory route of Blue Sharks, totaling 5,700 miles. Their goal is to raise funds for shark conservation efforts through this unique swimming challenge. Read […]
Alec’s Swim for Sharks is a fundraising effort aimed at raising money to conserve sharks, which play an important role in ocean ecosystems. He set a goal to swim 100 lengths, which is about 1.5 miles, and hoped to raise £100. Alec successfully surpassed his fundraising goal, showing the community’s support for shark conservation. Read […]
Robyn’s Eggcase Hunt is a citizen science project aimed at collecting data on shark and ray egg cases. Participants search beaches to find and report these egg cases, helping scientists understand the distribution and breeding habits of these species. This project raises awareness about the importance of protecting sharks and rays in our oceans. Read […]
Sharks play a vital role in maintaining the health of our oceans, and it’s important to help protect them. Their presence helps keep marine ecosystems balanced. Young advocates, like six-year-old Nika, are raising awareness and funds to support shark conservation efforts. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
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