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 Trail (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 a rapid and accurate key for identifying 35 sharks in British and Irish waters. And 19 other species recorded elsewhere in the Northeast Atlantic. Read more

Skate & Ray ID Guides

Our ID guides provide a rapid and accurate key for identifying 21 species of skate and ray found in British and Irish waters. 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

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

No Limits? Campaign

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

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.