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Collective Action

There's power in numbers. By working together we can make a big difference and create positive change for sharks. Check out our blogs below to find out how you can help.

Fundraising Blog

Feeling inspired to #DoSomeFin for sharks? Check out our fundraising blogs below, where fundraisers share their journey and top tips for raising vital funds and awareness for sharks.

Pup's Blog: Meet a Shark

Get to know the shark characters featured in our A-Z of Sharks. Every month we'll be introducing a new shark...

Discover Sharks

To celebrate #SharkWeek we teamed up with DiscoveryTV to create some short videos filled with shark facts.

Creature Feature

Sharks come in all sorts of amazing shapes, sizes and colours. Every month we'll be showcasing a different species.

The Blowfish on Sharks

The Blowfish (aka Tom Hird) is the worlds only heavy metal marine biologist. And he loves sharks! Click here to check out his shark blog.

Latest

Sharks have lived in our oceans for over 400 million years.
But, today, many species are under threat. Almost 1/4 of all shark species worldwide are now threatened with extinction. That makes them one of the most endangered groups of animals on our planet!
That's why i'm helping the Shark Trust to safeguard their future with this fundraiser.
Together we can create positive change.

Let's #Dosomefin For Sharks

Big Wild Thought

We’re thrilled to be working with Big Wild Thought to further shark conservation. They've added two new shark designs (mako & hammerhead) to their clothing range to help raise funds for our work.

Eighteen 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.

CREATURE FEATURE: Whale Shark

These slow-moving giants are grey-blue in colour with a distinctive pattern of pale spots. This pattern is unique to each individual, just like human fingerprints!

Eighteen 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.

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.

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.

Chimaera

Also known as ghost sharks. Chimaera are closely related to sharks, skates and rays. But they diverged from their shark relatives around 400 million years ago.

CITES

By regulating trade in species that cross international borders, CITES can be a valuable tool in reducing over-exploitation and driving national management plans for sharks.

About Us

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

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.

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.

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.

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...