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The Maldives is planning to lift its nationwide shark fishing ban to allow hunting of endangered gulper sharks for squalene, a compound used in cosmetics, even though sustainable, plant based alternatives exist. Gulper sharks are slow to reproduce, with females taking up to 17 years to mature, making them extremely vulnerable to extinction. Allowing targeted fishing risks not only this species but also bycatch of other sharks and undermines the Maldives’ hard earned reputation as a global shark and marine sanctuary. Join us in signing the Save Sharks 2025 petition in our bio urging the Maldives government to maintain and continue to enforce their ban in place on shark fishing and continue to protect their oceans.
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The Maldives is planning to lift its nationwide shark fishing ban to allow hunting of endangered gulper sharks for squalene, a compound used in cosmetics, even though sustainable, plant based alternatives exist. Gulper sharks are slow to reproduce, with females taking up to 17 years to mature, making them extremely vulnerable to extinction. Allowing targeted fishing risks not only this species but also bycatch of other sharks and undermines the Maldives’ hard earned reputation as a global shark and marine sanctuary. Join us in signing the Save Sharks 2025 petition in our bio urging the Maldives government to maintain and continue to enforce their ban in place on shark fishing and continue to protect their oceans.
Our species valuation reports are gaining attention for this years #WorldEnvironmentDay and for the International Day for Biological Diversity. Our partners @biodiversitysolutions are helping us raise the profile of an important shark conservation topic. South Africa is faced with a harsh reminder of what’s at stake with the dramatic disappearance of the Great White Shark from its once-thriving hunting grounds in False Bay.  . Not enough attention (or the wrong kind of attention, as in exclusively blaming orca) has diminished this environmental disaster. A big thank you to @drneilhammer for the recent paper that focused on this issue, and to @chrisfallowsphotography for tirelessly keeping this topic alive. . Read the full story https://bit.ly/3ZPJN54 (sorry, experiencing issues with our linketree at the moment). Or find the article and link on our home page. photo by @chrisfallowsphotography
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Our species valuation reports are gaining attention for this years #WorldEnvironmentDay and for the International Day for Biological Diversity. Our partners @biodiversitysolutions are helping us raise the profile of an important shark conservation topic. South Africa is faced with a harsh reminder of what’s at stake with the dramatic disappearance of the Great White Shark from its once-thriving hunting grounds in False Bay.  . Not enough attention (or the wrong kind of attention, as in exclusively blaming orca) has diminished this environmental disaster. A big thank you to @drneilhammer for the recent paper that focused on this issue, and to @chrisfallowsphotography for tirelessly keeping this topic alive. . Read the full story https://bit.ly/3ZPJN54 (sorry, experiencing issues with our linketree at the moment). Or find the article and link on our home page. photo by @chrisfallowsphotography
One of the world’s largest gatherings of tiger sharks has become an annual, awe-inspiring spectacle at a fishing pier between Destin and Fort Walton Beach. Tagging tiger sharks has become a yearly tradition at the Okaloosa Island Pier. With one of the biggest and most unique aggregations found in such a tourist destination, a lot of questions need to be answered. Shark Allies’ @kingaphilipps joins Shane Reynolds as he tags sharks and collects data. Check out the Forbes article and Shane’s video (link in bio). . article by @joesills photo by Shane Reynolds @colorearthpro #tigersharks #sharkconservation #sharks #Florida
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One of the world’s largest gatherings of tiger sharks has become an annual, awe-inspiring spectacle at a fishing pier between Destin and Fort Walton Beach. Tagging tiger sharks has become a yearly tradition at the Okaloosa Island Pier. With one of the biggest and most unique aggregations found in such a tourist destination, a lot of questions need to be answered. Shark Allies’ @kingaphilipps joins Shane Reynolds as he tags sharks and collects data. Check out the Forbes article and Shane’s video (link in bio). . article by @joesills photo by Shane Reynolds @colorearthpro #tigersharks #sharkconservation #sharks #Florida
Stop Finning – Stop the Trade has filed a formal complaint with the European Ombudsman against the European Commission for maladministration in handling the European Citizens Initiative STOP FINNING – STOP THE TRADE. More than 1.1 million Europeans voted for a shark fin trade ban. And yet — the European Commission is delaying the process beyond what is reasonable, continually moving the bar and keeping the process nebulous. This is a failure of what the EU Government values so much: Transparency, democracy, and the equal treatment of all stakeholders. We are not trying to escape the regular political process or asking for special treatment. We knew this process would be a marathon, and have been navigating every deadline and requirement, have delivered all that was asked of us for consultation events and public comments, and yet, the Commission is failing to meet its own commitments and timelines. In addition, they have treated other European Citizens Initiatives in the same manner, which doesn’t bode well in the public view. The lack of transparency also creates suspicion, fear, and confusion, causing advocates to assume the worst and either loose hope and give up, or get frustrated and lash out. No one likes to end up in court, but their actions have left the ECI campaigns no other choice. We do not expect the Commission to be on our side. But we did count on them being neutral and fair. It’s time to take the ECI process seriously and support what more than a million citizens asked for. @stopfinningeu @thegoodlobby
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Stop Finning – Stop the Trade has filed a formal complaint with the European Ombudsman against the European Commission for maladministration in handling the European Citizens Initiative STOP FINNING – STOP THE TRADE. More than 1.1 million Europeans voted for a shark fin trade ban. And yet — the European Commission is delaying the process beyond what is reasonable, continually moving the bar and keeping the process nebulous. This is a failure of what the EU Government values so much: Transparency, democracy, and the equal treatment of all stakeholders. We are not trying to escape the regular political process or asking for special treatment. We knew this process would be a marathon, and have been navigating every deadline and requirement, have delivered all that was asked of us for consultation events and public comments, and yet, the Commission is failing to meet its own commitments and timelines. In addition, they have treated other European Citizens Initiatives in the same manner, which doesn’t bode well in the public view. The lack of transparency also creates suspicion, fear, and confusion, causing advocates to assume the worst and either loose hope and give up, or get frustrated and lash out. No one likes to end up in court, but their actions have left the ECI campaigns no other choice. We do not expect the Commission to be on our side. But we did count on them being neutral and fair. It’s time to take the ECI process seriously and support what more than a million citizens asked for. @stopfinningeu @thegoodlobby
By now everyone will have seen the headlines: “Mexican Marine Biologist attacked by Shark in Costa Rica”. Mauricio Hoyos, a well-known shark expert and scientist, was bit while tagging sharks. We are happy to hear that Mauricio is being treated and doing well. We wish him a quick recovery. Mauricio has been at the core of important shark research in Mexico and Central America for decades. He probably has thousands of hours in the water with sharks, without incident. It is safe to say that he would not call this a shark attack, but a very unfortunate accident. Yet the headlines all over the world are calling this an attack, as if the shark came out of nowhere and attacked a person. It most likely was a reaction to being tagged. A reaction to feeling pain and feeling threatened. A reaction any of us would have if we felt an alien being approach and tag us with a spear. Only Mauricio will know what exactly happen, and he will tell his story when he is ready and able. But the international press can’t help but jump into a frenzy, demonizing the shark. Few accidents make headlines around the world like any incident with a shark. It makes us angry because it’s unfair and overhyped and serves no one. It freaks people out. It feeds the stereotype of the manhunter shark, and it does nothing to inform us on anything.
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By now everyone will have seen the headlines: “Mexican Marine Biologist attacked by Shark in Costa Rica”. Mauricio Hoyos, a well-known shark expert and scientist, was bit while tagging sharks. We are happy to hear that Mauricio is being treated and doing well. We wish him a quick recovery. Mauricio has been at the core of important shark research in Mexico and Central America for decades. He probably has thousands of hours in the water with sharks, without incident. It is safe to say that he would not call this a shark attack, but a very unfortunate accident. Yet the headlines all over the world are calling this an attack, as if the shark came out of nowhere and attacked a person. It most likely was a reaction to being tagged. A reaction to feeling pain and feeling threatened. A reaction any of us would have if we felt an alien being approach and tag us with a spear. Only Mauricio will know what exactly happen, and he will tell his story when he is ready and able. But the international press can’t help but jump into a frenzy, demonizing the shark. Few accidents make headlines around the world like any incident with a shark. It makes us angry because it’s unfair and overhyped and serves no one. It freaks people out. It feeds the stereotype of the manhunter shark, and it does nothing to inform us on anything.
From Sept. 13–28, The Oaks will host Jumping the Shark, a free pop up exhibition featuring 30 incredible shark sculptures, each handcrafted by artists from around the world. This special collaboration with @sideshow and Shark Allies brings together art, pop culture, and conservation, with donations collected during the event pledged to support shark and ray protection. Hope to see you there! #SharkAllies #JumpingTheShark #SideshowCollectibles #SharkConservation #ArtForOceans #explore
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From Sept. 13–28, The Oaks will host Jumping the Shark, a free pop up exhibition featuring 30 incredible shark sculptures, each handcrafted by artists from around the world. This special collaboration with @sideshow and Shark Allies brings together art, pop culture, and conservation, with donations collected during the event pledged to support shark and ray protection. Hope to see you there! #SharkAllies #JumpingTheShark #SideshowCollectibles #SharkConservation #ArtForOceans #explore
Scientific discoveries are always interesting. But what struck me about this story is the reaction this one shark is igniting. There is an overwhelming sense that, once again, sharks are messengers. Making us aware that WE DON’T KNOW ENOUGH, and that WE DON’T DO ENOUGH. Three points we should learn, and internalize, from this important story: 1) Sharks are key indicators of potential shifts in ecosystem health and changes in temperature and currents.  2) The presence of this animal has jolted Mexican and international authorities into action to establish protective measures for deep-sea ecosystems.  3) Dismissing indigenous knowledge is foolish. Older fishermen describe massive, slow-moving “ghost sharks” that would occasionally be glimpsed in deep waters during certain seasonal conditions. This has been dismissed as folklore. These stories are now being carefully documented by anthropologists working alongside marine biologists. This potential convergence of scientific discovery and traditional ecological knowledge underscores the importance of integrating diverse knowledge systems into marine research. . Read the full story (link in bio) by @animalsaroundtheglobe_official . Images by Wikimedia commons
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Scientific discoveries are always interesting. But what struck me about this story is the reaction this one shark is igniting. There is an overwhelming sense that, once again, sharks are messengers. Making us aware that WE DON’T KNOW ENOUGH, and that WE DON’T DO ENOUGH. Three points we should learn, and internalize, from this important story: 1) Sharks are key indicators of potential shifts in ecosystem health and changes in temperature and currents.  2) The presence of this animal has jolted Mexican and international authorities into action to establish protective measures for deep-sea ecosystems.  3) Dismissing indigenous knowledge is foolish. Older fishermen describe massive, slow-moving “ghost sharks” that would occasionally be glimpsed in deep waters during certain seasonal conditions. This has been dismissed as folklore. These stories are now being carefully documented by anthropologists working alongside marine biologists. This potential convergence of scientific discovery and traditional ecological knowledge underscores the importance of integrating diverse knowledge systems into marine research. . Read the full story (link in bio) by @animalsaroundtheglobe_official . Images by Wikimedia commons
Squalene is a common ingredient found in skincare and cosmetic products we use every day, but its connection to sharks is often hidden. Millions of sharks are killed each year for their liver oil, which is used to produce squalene for beauty and personal care products. Making this a growing conservation issue that is largely in the hands of the suppliers of ingredients and manufacturers of these products. The good news is that squalene does not have to come from sharks. Plant-based alternatives, such as sugarcane-derived squalene, are widely available and just as effective. To learn more about squalene, shark conservation, and how to make informed choices, visit our website at www.sharkallies.org 📸 Photo Credits: @biminisharkgirl
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Squalene is a common ingredient found in skincare and cosmetic products we use every day, but its connection to sharks is often hidden. Millions of sharks are killed each year for their liver oil, which is used to produce squalene for beauty and personal care products. Making this a growing conservation issue that is largely in the hands of the suppliers of ingredients and manufacturers of these products. The good news is that squalene does not have to come from sharks. Plant-based alternatives, such as sugarcane-derived squalene, are widely available and just as effective. To learn more about squalene, shark conservation, and how to make informed choices, visit our website at www.sharkallies.org 📸 Photo Credits: @biminisharkgirl
Sharks and rays are disappearing faster than most of us realize. Over a third of all species are now threatened with extinction, and illegal and unreported trade is putting even more pressure on these iconic ocean predators. Pelagic sharks have lost over 70% of their populations in the last 50 years, while reef sharks are functionally extinct on many coral reefs. These animals are not just charismatic, they are ecosystem engineers, helping maintain healthy oceans and the fisheries people rely on. Without them, marine ecosystems unravel, and the impacts ripple far beyond the sea. The 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES (CoP20) is a crucial opportunity to prevent these extinctions. Proposed listings could ban international trade for whale sharks, manta rays, devil rays, and others, while increasing protections for hundreds of additional species. The science is clear, and the tools to enforce these protections already exist, but action is needed now. Support global shark and ray conservation by learning more about CITES and advocating for these protections before it’s too late. For the full article and more information, check out the link in our bio or @forbes #CitesConservation
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Sharks and rays are disappearing faster than most of us realize. Over a third of all species are now threatened with extinction, and illegal and unreported trade is putting even more pressure on these iconic ocean predators. Pelagic sharks have lost over 70% of their populations in the last 50 years, while reef sharks are functionally extinct on many coral reefs. These animals are not just charismatic, they are ecosystem engineers, helping maintain healthy oceans and the fisheries people rely on. Without them, marine ecosystems unravel, and the impacts ripple far beyond the sea. The 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES (CoP20) is a crucial opportunity to prevent these extinctions. Proposed listings could ban international trade for whale sharks, manta rays, devil rays, and others, while increasing protections for hundreds of additional species. The science is clear, and the tools to enforce these protections already exist, but action is needed now. Support global shark and ray conservation by learning more about CITES and advocating for these protections before it’s too late. For the full article and more information, check out the link in our bio or @forbes #CitesConservation
Over the past two decades, academic medicine has played a critical role in shaping shark conservation policy in the United States by grounding legislation in public health evidence. Research highlighted in this Review shows how shark fins and cartilage bioaccumulate harmful substances such as methylmercury and the neurotoxin BMAA, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease, ALS, and other neurodegenerative conditions. These findings reframed shark finning not only as a conservation crisis but also as a human health issue, strengthening the scientific case behind landmark legislation including the Shark Finning Prohibition Act, the Shark Conservation Act, and the Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act. The Review also documents how rigorous clinical research dismantled long standing medical myths that fueled demand for shark products. Multiple peer-reviewed studies and clinical trials demonstrated that shark cartilage offers no benefit in cancer treatment and may cause significant adverse health effects, including gastrointestinal issues, low blood pressure, and neurological risks. By debunking these claims, academic medical institutions helped remove a key driver of the shark fin trade, reinforcing evidence-based medicine while supporting comprehensive conservation outcomes. Thank you to Michael Turtz, MPA, and Michael Dobbs, MD, MHCM for their important work, and we encourage everyone to read the full Review using the link in our bio.
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Over the past two decades, academic medicine has played a critical role in shaping shark conservation policy in the United States by grounding legislation in public health evidence. Research highlighted in this Review shows how shark fins and cartilage bioaccumulate harmful substances such as methylmercury and the neurotoxin BMAA, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease, ALS, and other neurodegenerative conditions. These findings reframed shark finning not only as a conservation crisis but also as a human health issue, strengthening the scientific case behind landmark legislation including the Shark Finning Prohibition Act, the Shark Conservation Act, and the Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act. The Review also documents how rigorous clinical research dismantled long standing medical myths that fueled demand for shark products. Multiple peer-reviewed studies and clinical trials demonstrated that shark cartilage offers no benefit in cancer treatment and may cause significant adverse health effects, including gastrointestinal issues, low blood pressure, and neurological risks. By debunking these claims, academic medical institutions helped remove a key driver of the shark fin trade, reinforcing evidence-based medicine while supporting comprehensive conservation outcomes. Thank you to Michael Turtz, MPA, and Michael Dobbs, MD, MHCM for their important work, and we encourage everyone to read the full Review using the link in our bio.
Please sign, forward, repost and promote this important petition initiated by @earthlegacyfoundation . (Link in Bio) For years we have been hearing about shark nets and drumlines that are being used along South Africa’s coastline, with the excuse of protecting swimmers. But in reality, these tools are indiscriminate killers that wreak havoc on wildlife and do not increase safety for humans. The nets and drumlins are responsible for killing over 400 sharks every year and have caused the deaths of thousands of dolphins, turtles, and other marine species since their introduction in 1952. Non-lethal, effective shark safety alternatives—such as drone surveillance, electric deterrents, exclusion barriers, and Shark Spotters—are already in use in parts of South Africa and prove that we can protect both ocean users and marine life. The petition calls for a series of actions to be taken to phase out these archaic and brutal mitigation methods and move forward with strategies that are effective and safe for both humans and wildlife. To learn more about the history of this issue watch @thelastsharkdoc (free film on YouTube see link in bio)
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Please sign, forward, repost and promote this important petition initiated by @earthlegacyfoundation . (Link in Bio) For years we have been hearing about shark nets and drumlines that are being used along South Africa’s coastline, with the excuse of protecting swimmers. But in reality, these tools are indiscriminate killers that wreak havoc on wildlife and do not increase safety for humans. The nets and drumlins are responsible for killing over 400 sharks every year and have caused the deaths of thousands of dolphins, turtles, and other marine species since their introduction in 1952. Non-lethal, effective shark safety alternatives—such as drone surveillance, electric deterrents, exclusion barriers, and Shark Spotters—are already in use in parts of South Africa and prove that we can protect both ocean users and marine life. The petition calls for a series of actions to be taken to phase out these archaic and brutal mitigation methods and move forward with strategies that are effective and safe for both humans and wildlife. To learn more about the history of this issue watch @thelastsharkdoc (free film on YouTube see link in bio)
It’s premier day! Check out the incredible VTM episode of @vangeeljonas and @jellecleymans “Zeros to Heroes”. @sharkallies played a significant role in this hilarious and heart pounding episode. If you want to read more about it click the link in our bio “Making Waves for Shark Protection” . . . #eleuthera #bahamas #ocean #mermaid #mermaids #savethemermaids #scuba #freediving #cuteanimals #oceanexploration #leagueofgarmin
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It’s premier day! Check out the incredible VTM episode of @vangeeljonas and @jellecleymans “Zeros to Heroes”. @sharkallies played a significant role in this hilarious and heart pounding episode. If you want to read more about it click the link in our bio “Making Waves for Shark Protection” . . . #eleuthera #bahamas #ocean #mermaid #mermaids #savethemermaids #scuba #freediving #cuteanimals #oceanexploration #leagueofgarmin
Shark meat is often used to justify the global fin trade, the argument being that fins are a by product of the meat trade and that sharks represent an important protein source. Furthermore, it’s claimed that all of this is sustainable because every part of the shark is used. But long-standing scientific evidence tells a different story, and recent events further prove that point. Just this past month, 24 students and a teacher in Indonesia were hospitalized after eating fried shark contaminated with mercury, arsenic, and lead. Experts explained that sharks, as apex predators, accumulate these toxins through biomagnification, making their meat especially unsafe for children and vulnerable populations. This case is not unique. Studies have repeatedly shown that shark meat can contain levels of heavy metals far exceeding safe limits for human consumption. Therefore, protecting the shark meat industry by keeping it profitable through fin sales is an extremely flawed concept. When the argument for fin sales depends on a product that’s unsafe, unsustainable, and poorly regulated, it’s time to rethink the system, not defend it.
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Shark meat is often used to justify the global fin trade, the argument being that fins are a by product of the meat trade and that sharks represent an important protein source. Furthermore, it’s claimed that all of this is sustainable because every part of the shark is used. But long-standing scientific evidence tells a different story, and recent events further prove that point. Just this past month, 24 students and a teacher in Indonesia were hospitalized after eating fried shark contaminated with mercury, arsenic, and lead. Experts explained that sharks, as apex predators, accumulate these toxins through biomagnification, making their meat especially unsafe for children and vulnerable populations. This case is not unique. Studies have repeatedly shown that shark meat can contain levels of heavy metals far exceeding safe limits for human consumption. Therefore, protecting the shark meat industry by keeping it profitable through fin sales is an extremely flawed concept. When the argument for fin sales depends on a product that’s unsafe, unsustainable, and poorly regulated, it’s time to rethink the system, not defend it.
Nearly a decade after international protections were put in place, illegal shark fin trade is still happening at a massive scale. A new peer-reviewed study published in Science Advances found fins from protected shark species appearing year after year in Hong Kong markets, despite little to no legal trade being reported since 2014. DNA evidence reveals a clear gap between what is written into law and what is actually happening in the global market. Even more concerning, the research red-flagged several countries as likely major players in illegal shark fin exports, including Spain, Taiwan, the UAE, China, the Philippines, Ghana, and Brazil. Spain’s inclusion underscores that this crisis is not limited to one region or level of development, but reflects widespread enforcement failures across the globe. Sharks are already facing population collapse, and continued illegal trade pushes many species closer to extinction. Stronger enforcement, transparency, and accountability are essential if these protections are going to mean anything. Protecting sharks means protecting ocean ecosystems and ultimately, our own future. For more information, check out the full report using the link in our bio.
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Nearly a decade after international protections were put in place, illegal shark fin trade is still happening at a massive scale. A new peer-reviewed study published in Science Advances found fins from protected shark species appearing year after year in Hong Kong markets, despite little to no legal trade being reported since 2014. DNA evidence reveals a clear gap between what is written into law and what is actually happening in the global market. Even more concerning, the research red-flagged several countries as likely major players in illegal shark fin exports, including Spain, Taiwan, the UAE, China, the Philippines, Ghana, and Brazil. Spain’s inclusion underscores that this crisis is not limited to one region or level of development, but reflects widespread enforcement failures across the globe. Sharks are already facing population collapse, and continued illegal trade pushes many species closer to extinction. Stronger enforcement, transparency, and accountability are essential if these protections are going to mean anything. Protecting sharks means protecting ocean ecosystems and ultimately, our own future. For more information, check out the full report using the link in our bio.
The Brazilian government is reviewing its legal framework for the trade in sharks, including fin exports and management of the fishery for blue sharks (Prionace glauca), the only species allowed to be caught in the country. The moves follow a recent Mongabay investigation revealing that government agencies sought to procure thousands of tons of shark meat for meals at public institutions including schools, hospitals and prisons. The exposé was cited at the Sept. 3 CONAMA meeting as well as in a class-action civil suit filed by conservation NGO Sea Shepherd Brasil seeking to ban federal public institutions from issuing tenders for shark meat. To read the full article, check out the link in our bio. #SharkConservation #BlueShark #SeaShepherd #WildlifeProtection #OceanNews
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The Brazilian government is reviewing its legal framework for the trade in sharks, including fin exports and management of the fishery for blue sharks (Prionace glauca), the only species allowed to be caught in the country. The moves follow a recent Mongabay investigation revealing that government agencies sought to procure thousands of tons of shark meat for meals at public institutions including schools, hospitals and prisons. The exposé was cited at the Sept. 3 CONAMA meeting as well as in a class-action civil suit filed by conservation NGO Sea Shepherd Brasil seeking to ban federal public institutions from issuing tenders for shark meat. To read the full article, check out the link in our bio. #SharkConservation #BlueShark #SeaShepherd #WildlifeProtection #OceanNews
The only vessel licensed to catch sharks in South African waters has been caught breaching permit rules, processing fins and heads at sea, fishing inside protected areas, and targeting endangered species. The demersal shark longline fishery targets critically endangered soupfin and endangered smoothhound sharks, both vital to healthy ocean ecosystems. Almost the entire catch of shark meat and fins is exported overseas, while local enforcement remains weak. Marine biologist Enrico Gennari warns the impact extends far beyond these species. South Africa’s white shark numbers are falling, driven by both the killing of white sharks and the overfishing of their prey. In a recent documentary, Gennari and fellow researchers revealed that Mossel Bay’s white sharks prey on smaller species like smoothhound and spotted gully sharks, not just seals. The fin and meat trade is driving sharks toward extinction. Without stronger regulation and enforcement, these species could vanish from South African waters within our lifetime. 📖 Read the full story by Victoria Schneider via @mongabay : “South African sharks threatened by fisheries, weak enforcement” with the link in our bio.
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The only vessel licensed to catch sharks in South African waters has been caught breaching permit rules, processing fins and heads at sea, fishing inside protected areas, and targeting endangered species. The demersal shark longline fishery targets critically endangered soupfin and endangered smoothhound sharks, both vital to healthy ocean ecosystems. Almost the entire catch of shark meat and fins is exported overseas, while local enforcement remains weak. Marine biologist Enrico Gennari warns the impact extends far beyond these species. South Africa’s white shark numbers are falling, driven by both the killing of white sharks and the overfishing of their prey. In a recent documentary, Gennari and fellow researchers revealed that Mossel Bay’s white sharks prey on smaller species like smoothhound and spotted gully sharks, not just seals. The fin and meat trade is driving sharks toward extinction. Without stronger regulation and enforcement, these species could vanish from South African waters within our lifetime. 📖 Read the full story by Victoria Schneider via @mongabay : “South African sharks threatened by fisheries, weak enforcement” with the link in our bio.
A historic moment for shark and ray conservation. At CITES CoP20 in Samarkand, every single proposal to strengthen global trade protections passed, the most comprehensive advance for sharks and rays in the convention’s history. More than 50 governments backed listings that cover over 70 species, from whale sharks and oceanic whitetips to manta and devil rays, wedgefish, giant guitarfish, gulper sharks, smoothhounds, and tope sharks. These decisions arrive at a critical time. Over 37 percent of shark and ray species are threatened with extinction, pelagic sharks have declined by more than 70 percent in 50 years, and reef sharks are now functionally extinct on one in five surveyed reefs. CITES remains the only global agreement with the legal authority to restrict the international trade driving these losses. Today’s votes close major loopholes in fin, gill plate, and meat markets, offering species in freefall a genuine chance at recovery. As Luke Warwick of WCS said, “The world chose action over extinction today.” Now the momentum must carry through final plenary and into rapid implementation. Read the full article through the link in our bio.
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A historic moment for shark and ray conservation. At CITES CoP20 in Samarkand, every single proposal to strengthen global trade protections passed, the most comprehensive advance for sharks and rays in the convention’s history. More than 50 governments backed listings that cover over 70 species, from whale sharks and oceanic whitetips to manta and devil rays, wedgefish, giant guitarfish, gulper sharks, smoothhounds, and tope sharks. These decisions arrive at a critical time. Over 37 percent of shark and ray species are threatened with extinction, pelagic sharks have declined by more than 70 percent in 50 years, and reef sharks are now functionally extinct on one in five surveyed reefs. CITES remains the only global agreement with the legal authority to restrict the international trade driving these losses. Today’s votes close major loopholes in fin, gill plate, and meat markets, offering species in freefall a genuine chance at recovery. As Luke Warwick of WCS said, “The world chose action over extinction today.” Now the momentum must carry through final plenary and into rapid implementation. Read the full article through the link in our bio.
Join us for our 9th Annual Shark Weekend Event in San Diego, July 12th and 14th at @evenkeeltattoo. All ink benefits Shark Allies. Come on by even if you don’t want a tattoo. Cool raffle prizes, kids temporary tattoos, a drawing contest and lots of friendly faces that join us every year to show support for Shark! . #sharkweek #tattoos #sharkconservation #sandiego_ca
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Join us for our 9th Annual Shark Weekend Event in San Diego, July 12th and 14th at @evenkeeltattoo. All ink benefits Shark Allies. Come on by even if you don’t want a tattoo. Cool raffle prizes, kids temporary tattoos, a drawing contest and lots of friendly faces that join us every year to show support for Shark! . #sharkweek #tattoos #sharkconservation #sandiego_ca
Brazilian authorities seized more than 1.5 metric tons of shark fins during a raid on a rural processing site in Bahia state, arresting seven people, including three Chinese nationals suspected of coordinating an international trafficking network. Officials say the fins likely came from species such as the Atlantic nurse shark and blue shark, though genetic testing is still underway. Authorities allege that the Brazilian suspects were low-paid workers hired to process the fins without knowing the full scope of the operation. Shark finning is illegal in Brazil and widely condemned for its cruelty, as sharks are often mutilated and thrown back into the ocean alive. Conservationists say the case highlights ongoing loopholes in Brazil’s laws that allow fins to be exported if the sharks were caught as bycatch, a system critics argue can be used to hide illegal trade.
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Brazilian authorities seized more than 1.5 metric tons of shark fins during a raid on a rural processing site in Bahia state, arresting seven people, including three Chinese nationals suspected of coordinating an international trafficking network. Officials say the fins likely came from species such as the Atlantic nurse shark and blue shark, though genetic testing is still underway. Authorities allege that the Brazilian suspects were low-paid workers hired to process the fins without knowing the full scope of the operation. Shark finning is illegal in Brazil and widely condemned for its cruelty, as sharks are often mutilated and thrown back into the ocean alive. Conservationists say the case highlights ongoing loopholes in Brazil’s laws that allow fins to be exported if the sharks were caught as bycatch, a system critics argue can be used to hide illegal trade.
Understanding the complexities of shark fin legislation is essential because progress is never easy. Some things have to be repeated over and over again because people, the media, and policy makers like to default to what they heard the first time they heard about sharks and finning. Terminology matters, misconceptions create weakness and confusion. Fighting the same old arguments that have been settled is a waste of energy that none of us have. Being smart and strategic and focusing on the points that matter is the only way we can be effective. As we move into another very complex campaign in the EU, with the usual elements of massive opposition from the fisheries lobby, with hesitant legislators that do not understand the importance of sharks (yet) and so many other pressing issues being confronted on all levels of government, it is crucial that we build on the positive and on the possible. People love to play the devil’s advocate and point out why a particular campaign “will never work”. But that is not helpful. And it’s irrelevant, because over and over we have proven that momentum can take over and overcome the impossible. And none of us really know what can happen, what powerful developments happen during a key moment of the campaign. Sometimes luck is on our side.
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Understanding the complexities of shark fin legislation is essential because progress is never easy. Some things have to be repeated over and over again because people, the media, and policy makers like to default to what they heard the first time they heard about sharks and finning. Terminology matters, misconceptions create weakness and confusion. Fighting the same old arguments that have been settled is a waste of energy that none of us have. Being smart and strategic and focusing on the points that matter is the only way we can be effective. As we move into another very complex campaign in the EU, with the usual elements of massive opposition from the fisheries lobby, with hesitant legislators that do not understand the importance of sharks (yet) and so many other pressing issues being confronted on all levels of government, it is crucial that we build on the positive and on the possible. People love to play the devil’s advocate and point out why a particular campaign “will never work”. But that is not helpful. And it’s irrelevant, because over and over we have proven that momentum can take over and overcome the impossible. And none of us really know what can happen, what powerful developments happen during a key moment of the campaign. Sometimes luck is on our side.

Shark Allies (@sharkallies) Instagram Stats & Analytics

Shark Allies (@sharkallies) has 38.5K Instagram followers with a 5.17% engagement rate over the past 12 months. Across 33.0 posts, Shark Allies received 13.9K total likes and 6.31K impressions, averaging 422 likes per post. This page tracks Shark Allies's performance metrics, top content, and engagement trends — updated daily.

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Shark Allies (@sharkallies) has 38.5K Instagram followers as of April 2026.
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Shark Allies's Instagram engagement rate is 5.17% over the last 12 months, based on 33.0 posts.
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Shark Allies received 13.9K total likes across 33.0 posts in the last 12 months, averaging 422 likes per post.
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Shark Allies's Instagram content generated 6.31K total impressions over the last 12 months.