Shark Trust Resources

Raising awareness about sharks is key to safeguarding their future in our oceans.

To help us spread the word, we've created a range of resources that you can download below.

LEAFLETS:

We have a limited number of printed leaflets in stock, which are free to all our supporters. If you'd like us to send you a selection please get in touch.

We can also provide organisations with larger volumes but we kindly ask for a donation to cover courier costs. This will vary according to your location.

Our current leaflets include:

British Sharks (pdf) - includes British Sharks fold out poster
Basking Sharks (pdf) - includes Code of Conduct poster
Great Eggcase Hunt (pdf) - includes eggcase ID Guide for NW Europe
Sawfish: See A Saw (pdf)

POSTERS:

You can download and print all of our posters using the links below:

► British Sharks (pdf)

► Shark Anatomy (pdf) - printed copy available as part of our Pup's Club pack

► A-Z of Sharks (pdf) - printed copy available as part of our Pup's Club pack

► Skate Life Cycle (pdf)

► Great Eggcase Hunt ID Poster for NW Europe (pdf)

► Great Eggcase Hunt - Junior ID Guide (pdf)

► Great Eggcase Hunt - Indoor Easter Eggcase Hunt (pdf)

► Basking Shark Code of Conduct (pdf)

DISPLAY PANELS

Larger display materials are available for schools and aquariums to hire or buy. We can print these in a range of formats to suit your space - contact us to find out more.

IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS

We also have a range of ID materials. These have been created for anglers, the commercial fishing industry, fisheries management and enforcement agencies:

Shark ID Guides

Our ID guides provide clear and accurate information for identifying 41 species of shark found in the British Isles & Northeast Atlantic. Read more

Skate & Ray ID Guides

Our ID guides provide clear and accurate information for identifying 22 species of skate and ray found in the British Isles & Northeast Atlantic. Read more

Fisheries Advisories

Our Commercial Fisheries Advisories provide rapid access to the current legislative status of sharks, skates and rays in UK, EU and international waters. Read more

Latest

This website looks like a great place to get my friends and family aware of whats going with these endangered animals. Sharks all over the world, especially whale sharks are facing population declines from being hunted for shark fin soup, which is an Asian delicacy. These animals could be extinct by 2050 if we don't take action.

Shark Trust Lockdown Everest Challenge

I am 9 years old and the other day I watched a documentary about sharks. At the end of it, there was a picture of a dead Mako Shark on the bottom of the sea with its fin chopped off. So I thought if I fundraise, the Shark Trust Can Make a difference to that.

Basking Shark Fundraiser

Helping Basking Sharks in the Northeast Atlantic.

Fancy a Challenge?

Why not join us this Sunday for the 2.6 challenge? Raise a smile, raise your heart-rate and, possibly, raise some funds. #twopointsixchallenge

Canada Protects Endangered Mako Sharks with Groundbreaking Atlantic Ban

Canada announces groundbreaking move to protect Shortfin Mako in the Atlantic after a sustained campaign by the Shark League to follow the advice of ICCAT scientists.

For the Love of Sharks 2020

Due to Covid-19 this event has been postponed until the 25th September. Early bird tickets are now on sale. We look forward to seeing you in the Autumn.

18 Shark & Ray Species Granted New Global Trade Controls at Wildlife Conference

Makos, Wedgefishes, and Giant Guitarfishes listed under CITES with support from more than 100 countries.

ID Guide Introductory Pages

Male & Female Sharks

How do you tell the difference between a male and female shark? Click here to find out about physical and behavioural differences, as well as shark courtship...

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.

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 Anatomy

Sharks have a range of adaptations that make them perfectly suited to their environment. It's no wonder they've gained a reputation for being some of the most impressive and formidable predators on the planet!

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.

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...