Support Our Sharks

Support Our Sharks Tens of millions of sharks are killed every year and many of them just for their fins. 'Like' us now and help to save sharks today. WHY? HOW?
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Learn more @ www.supportoursharks.com The Support Our Sharks (SOS) Ocean Conservation Society is a science based conservation group aimed at raising awareness to the threats faced by sharks (and rays) in the 21st century. SOS was established by Dr. Ryan Kempster in May 2010 in response to the world’s dwindling populations of sharks and rays, with the goal of educating the public through conservat

ion, outreach and research to inspire interest in protecting these ecologically and economically important fish. Most sharks serve as top predators at the pinnacle of the marine food pyramid, and so play a critical role in ocean ecosystems. Directly or indirectly they regulate the natural balance of these ecosystems, at all levels, and so are an integral part of them. As they usually hunt old, weak or sick prey, they also help to keep the prey population in good condition, and therefore allow the healthy and strong animals to reproduce and pass on their genes. The effects of removing sharks from the ocean ecosystems, although complex and rather unpredictable, are likely to be ecologically and economically damaging. Support Our Sharks utilises a mixture of on-the-ground and online campaigning, educational outreach and peer reviewed scientific research to encourage better protection for sharks and rays, whilst also promoting better protection of our delicately-balanced ocean ecosystems. We work closely with the general public and a wide range of specialist groups including scientists, divers and politicians. Through our research activities we provide a link between the public and the scientific community. Mission Outline

Conservation

To dispel fear and promote curiosity, respect, appreciation and understanding for sharks. To reduce demand for shark products by educating the public about the health risks associated with their consumption. To discourage the use of lethal shark control programs (including shark nets). Research

To improve our understanding of the basic biology of sharks and rays (elasmobranchs) to dispel common myths. To further our knowledge of elasmobranch sensory systems and develop non-lethal deterrents to protect sharks and people. To improve science-based management of elasmobranchs. Education

To take shark conservation and science to the general public through the creation and promotion of educational films. To regularly visit schools and attend public events to bring shark conservation and science to the general public. To speak out for the protection of sharks, in the international media, to spread awareness and share our expert knowledge with the public. Visit us at www.supportoursharks.com

We would like to use our platform to promote the work of other great shark conservation organizations. If you would like...
08/16/2020

We would like to use our platform to promote the work of other great shark conservation organizations.

If you would like to nominate an organization, please do so in the comments 😁

Blink and you’ll miss it!
08/15/2020

Blink and you’ll miss it!

How many can you identify?
08/10/2020

How many can you identify?

How many can you ID?
Let us know in the comments below.



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Check below for answers:
1. Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus)
2. Pyjama Shark (Poroderma africanum)
3. Spotted Eagle Ray (Aetobatus narinari)
4. Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias)
5. BrownBanded Bamboo Shark (Chilosyllium punctatum)
6. Port Jackson Shark (Heterodontus portusjacksoni)
7. Tiger Shark (Galeocerdo cuvier)
8. Zebra Shark (Stegostoma fasciatum)
9. Leopard Shark (Trakis semifasciata)
10. Blue Spotted Masked Ray (Neotrygon kuhlii)
11. Epaulette Shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum)
12. Sand Tiger Shark (Carcharias ta**us)

08/09/2020
Sharks can be cute too! 😁
08/08/2020

Sharks can be cute too! 😁

We are very sad to announce that our citizen science project, Shark-Base, is closing its doors on Sept 1st. Recent event...
08/04/2020

We are very sad to announce that our citizen science project, Shark-Base, is closing its doors on Sept 1st. Recent events have put extreme strain on our ability to fund raise, and, thus, maintain the project. Therefore, as hard as it is for us, we have come to the upsetting decision to close down the project.

You can read the full explanation here:
shark-base.org/Farewell

We could never have imagined how successful this project would become, and it would not have been possible without your contributions. Thank you to all of our participants whom collectively submitted over 27,000 shark and ray sightings.

07/31/2020
07/26/2020

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