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Shark Focus Magazine – Issue 62 – Out Soon!

The summer issue of our Member's Magazine is on it's way and - thanks to a branding makeover - it’s looking sensational!
CREATURE FEATURE: Smallspotted Catshark

A small and slender shark with lots of small dark spots and blotches. This species is one of the most abundant sharks in British waters.
Scientists Issue Grim Status Update on Atlantic Mako Sharks

A new report shows that the overfished North Atlantic Shortfin Mako Shark population is continuing to decline and needs not only immediate protection but several decades to recover.
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Safeguarding the future of sharks through positive change. We achieve this through science, education, influence and action.
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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.
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.
Basking Shark Project

Help us learn more about these gentle giants by keeping a look-out for them during May-October. If you spot one, record your sighting to our Shark Sightings Database.
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Check out our A-Z of Sharks. We've also got wordsearches, colouring sheets and more for you to download.
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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.