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  • citizen-science
  1. What We Do
  2. Citizen Science

Citizen Science

You don’t have to be a scientist to be a citizen scientist!

We believe in the power of collective action. Citizen science is a great way to get more people involved in shark conservation and research. And solve the problem of data gaps at the same time.

Research is the first step to conservation. We need to know as much as we can about how a species lives and the threats they face. This enables us to make well informed decisions to help better protect them.

Over the years we've built up some major citizen science projects, including our flagship project the Great Eggcase Hunt.

The power of citizen science is that it allows us to collect vast amounts of data. It also helps us pinpoint where further scientific study is needed.

Become a citizen scientist today by taking part in one of our projects below:

Great Eggcase Hunt

Great Eggcase Hunt

Want to help shark and ray conservation? Take part in the Shark Trust Great Eggcase Hunt. Find and record eggcases that have washed up on the beach. Eggcase hunting is great fun for all ages! Read more

Published: 9th January, 2023

Updated: 2nd February, 2023

Author: Caroline Robertson-Brown

The Great Shark Snapshot

The Great Shark Snapshot

The Great Shark Snapshot is a community science project where divers get involved and help us look at global shark and ray distribution. Read more

Published: 9th December, 2021

Updated: 2nd March, 2023

Author: Caroline Robertson-Brown

Shark Log - The Shark Sightings Database

Shark Log - The Shark Sightings Database

Help us learn more about sharks, skates and rays around the world by recording your sighting(s) to our Shark Log - Shark Sightings Database. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2021

Updated: 11th August, 2022

Author: Hannah Tarrant

Basking Shark Project

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. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2021

Updated: 9th February, 2023

Author: Hannah Tarrant

Shark and Ray Entanglement Network

Shark and Ray Entanglement Network

Plastic pollution affects a variety of marine species including turtles, cetaceans and seals. But little is known about the susceptibility of sharks and rays to this threat. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2019

Updated: 25th August, 2021

Author: Hannah Tarrant

Angling Project

Angling Project

Anglers are uniquely placed to record a wide range of important information on sharks, skates and rays. Record your catch online or download our app. Read more

Published: 31st October, 2018

Updated: 25th March, 2019

Author: Hannah Tarrant

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    Great Eggcase Hunt Australia Launched

    In partnership with @CSIRO, we're calling on citizen scientists to find & record eggcases washed up around the Australian coastline or those seen by divers.

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    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!

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    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.

  • Shark Evolution

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  • Adopt a Great White Shark

    Adopt a Great White Shark

    Adopt a Great White Shark today and you'll be supporting vital Great White Shark research in the USA.

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    Check out our range of shark inspired gifts. From shark adoptions and gift memberships, to clothing and accessories... There's something for everyone.

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    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.

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