The Blowfish on Sharks | The Shark Trust

The Blowfish on Wobbegongs

Not only has this beautiful beast got a pretty snazzy name, he also has a monstrous beard... Read more

The Blowfish on Chimaera

Cousins of both sharks and rays, yet more ancient and unique than either, chimaeras are often overlooked members of the cartilaginous fishes. Read more

The Blowfish on the World's Fastest Shark

Reaching over 4m in length and weighing over half a tonne, the Shortfin Mako is like the sporty hatchback version of the Great White. Read more

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Shark Awareness Day

Shark Awareness Day (Sun 14 Jul). Let's use this opportunity to champion sharks and create positive change for some of the ocean’s greatest wonders.

Plymouth Seafood Festival

Back for its 8th year. We'll be here promoting our work on sustainable fisheries management for sharks. We'd love to meet you. So, why not come along and let's talk sharks?

PUP'S BLOG: Meet Chloe

An enigma of the deep. Chloe is closely related to sharks, skates and rays.

PUP'S BLOG: Meet Gary

So called Gary the Great by his friends, his reputation precedes him wherever he goes.

Landings of Endangered Rays in Tunisia Denounced

Conservation groups are calling for answers and action in relation to the landing of Endangered Giant Devil Rays in Kelibia, Tunisia, in contravention of international agreements to protect the species.

CREATURE FEATURE: White Shark

This supreme apex predator is perfectly adapted to their environment. With a large torpedo shaped body and powerful tail they're truly built for speed.

About Us

Safeguarding the future of sharks through positive change. We achieve this through science, education, influence and action.

Tonic Immobility

Tonic immobility is a reflex that causes a temporary state of inactivity in an animal. Similar to hypnosis. It occurs in a variety of different species, including many sharks and rays...

How We're Funded

Thank you to everyone who supports our work. Click here to find out more about how we use your kind contributions to safeguard the future of sharks.

Male & Female Sharks

How to tell the difference between a male and female shark. Click here to find out about their physical differences, behaviour and shark courtship...

Great Eggcase Hunt

Find and record empty shark eggcases that have washed up on the beach. Eggcase hunting is great fun for all ages! Click here to find everything you need to get started.

Shark Taxonomy

Taxonomy is a field of science that involves classifying and naming species. It's integral to wildlife conservation, providing the bedrock for our understanding of sharks.

No Limits? Campaign

Help vulnerable shark species in the Atlantic by supporting our No Limits? campaign. Let's stop uncontrolled shark fishing.

Our Work

We believe the best way to safeguard the future of sharks is through a solutions-based approach that promotes positive change. Like a jigsaw, there are many pieces that make up the big picture.