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SHARK NEWS & BLOG


Navigating the Return of Great Whites: Conservation Challenges in Cape Town
In a surprising turn of events, the majestic great white sharks have made a triumphant return to the Cape Town beaches after a four-year...
Jan 10, 20242 min read


Shark Guardian Round up of 2023
In 2023, Shark Guardian's efforts encompassed a range of initiatives spanning shark conservation campaigns, educational presentations,...
Jan 2, 20243 min read


South African Designed SharkSafe Barriers Redefine Ocean Safety Worldwide.
In a heartening development for ocean enthusiasts and the nation alike, shark barriers designed in South Africa are gaining global...
Dec 12, 20232 min read


Making Waves Worldwide: Breanna's Shark Guardian Initiative
It's truly inspiring to learn about Breanna Ward's efforts in organizing a Shark Guardian session for Year 5 and Year 6 students at Miramar
Nov 23, 20232 min read


Surfing Fearlessly: The Uncharted Waters of Shark Perception Among Surfers
In the realm of surfing - whether the waves are clean, choppy, or cranking - enthusiasts typically ride the tide without much hesitation....
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Magnetic Magic: A Shark-Friendly Solution for Deterring Sharks in Australian Waters
New research suggests that magnets could effectively deter sharks and rays, reducing the unintentional capture of these animals in baited...
Nov 6, 20232 min read


Canadian Fishery Officers Unearth 3,000 Illegally Held Shark Fins
Fishery officers from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) have successfully completed their inaugural Canadian-led high seas patrol aimed...
Oct 17, 20232 min read


Hunting The Angel Shark, One of the World's Most Elusive Sharks with Advanced Technology - eDNA
Using advanced technology, eDNA to track elusive Angel sharks
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Swim for sharks: A fin-tastic fundraiser making waves for shark conservation
Swim for Sharks 2023 kicked off at the Hacienda Bar & Grill on Koh Tao on Friday, 22nd September. Shark Guardian Founder and Director...
Oct 3, 20232 min read


Breaking News: UK Shark Fins Ban Bill moves forward for Royal Assent!
UK Shark Fins Ban Bill moves forward for Royal Approval
Jun 19, 20232 min read


On the Hook - An external review of the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
On The Hook formally launched its own external review of the MSC in 2022, calling for all to participate. Here is the full report
Jun 15, 20233 min read


An Open Letter to the MSC from Shark Guardian
An Open Letter to the MSC from Shark Guardian
May 23, 20234 min read


Shark Guardian Activists Protest at InfoFish Tuna Conference in Bangkok
Shark Guardian Activists Protest Destructive Tuna Industry Practices
Sending Sharks to Extinction at InfoFish Tuna Conference in Bangkok
Oct 11, 20223 min read


EU stops the trade of mako sharks from the Atlantic
The EU's species protection authorities decided to prohibit all import and export of mako sharks from the South Atlantic.
Oct 7, 20223 min read


Slipping through the net
Over the last few months, Shark Guardian investigators have been busy digging out evidence of systematic shark finning taking place in the W
May 10, 20221 min read


Shark Guardian’s Women in ScienceMinorities In Shark Sciences – Amani Webber-Schultz
Amani is a PhD student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Her research will focus on shark morphology and biomechanics. Amani is on
Mar 17, 20223 min read


Shark Guardian’s Women in Science Interview with Carlee Jackson
It was Carlee’s Tweet about #BlackInNature which got the ball rolling for MISS to be founded back in 2020!. She has studied nurse sharks in
Feb 22, 20226 min read


Shark Guardian’s Women in Science Jasmin Graham from Minorities In Shark Sciences
Jasmin Graham is one of the co-founders of MISS and she is their President and CEO. She is an award-winning shark scientist who has studied
Feb 14, 20225 min read


Shark Guardian investigation finds endangered sharks for sale in Taiwan
A field investigation into Taiwan’s shark fin industry was conducted by Shark Guardian between December 2020 and March 2021.
Nov 29, 20213 min read


Women in Science: Jenny Waack
Welcome to Shark Guardian’s Women in Science feature where we highlight the incredible work that women do in shark and ocean conservation...
Oct 14, 20216 min read
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