Shark & Marine Conservation

@sharkguardian

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Calling all TEACHERS, EDUCATORS, SCHOOLS AND LEARNING FACILITIES! Our Shark Guardian education team is ready to share Shark and marine education and conservation initiatives with you and your students Join Shark Guardian as we unveil the incredible world of the oceans apex predator and why it’s so important to protect them Our sessions are fun, interactive, adapted for all ages and cover 12 of the UN Sustainable Development Goals Comment SCHOOL below or email [email protected] to book your session (click link in our bio to learn more via our website). 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. Thank you @magnusdeepbelow for the awesome video edit! #SharkGuardian #OceanConservation #sharks  #sharkguardian  #savesharks  #sharkconservation  #sharkeducation  #sharkawareness  #sharkresearch  #shark  #sharklover  #sharklove  #sharklife  #sharkaddicts  #sharksofinstagram  #lovesharks  #protectsharks   #sharkmeat  #sharkfishing  #sharkfin
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7 months ago
Uncharted Waters - Bull Sharks on the Rise in Unexpected Territories The sudden appearance of bull sharks in areas where they were previously uncommon raises intriguing questions. In the waters of the Andaman Sea, Thailand, Shark Guardian’s home territory, bull shark sightings have become more frequent recently despite being very rare before. One possible explanation is that bull sharks migrate in response to changing environmental conditions. As sea temperatures change, bull sharks may expand their range into regions where conditions were previously unsuitable but have now become more hospitable. Is the fluctuation in water temperatures here in Thailand possibly attributable to the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), alternatively recognised as the Indian Niño phenomenon? This shift could also be influenced by factors such as changes in prey availability or alterations to habitats due to human activities. Understanding the dynamics behind this phenomenon requires further research into the complex interplay between environmental changes and shark behaviour. What do you think is behind the recent unusual sightings of bull sharks? 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. Thank you to @foffo4 for the awesome footage filmed at Koh Haa, Andaman Sea. #SharkGuardian #OceanConservation #bullsharks #bullshark #sharks #sharkguardian #savesharks #sharkconservation #sharkeducation #sharkawareness #sharkresearch #shark #sharklover #sharklove #sharklife #sharkaddicts #sharksofinstagram #lovesharks #protectsharks #sharkmeat #sharkfishing #sharkfin
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18 hours ago
Sharks have diverse lifespans depending on their species. While smaller species typically live for a few decades, larger ones, like the Greenland shark, can survive for centuries. Smaller sharks, such as the spiny dogfish, usually live for around 25 to 50 years due to their rapid maturity and higher reproductive rates. In contrast, larger species like the Greenland shark, found in cold Arctic waters, grow slowly and reach sexual maturity late, contributing to their exceptional longevity. The environment also influences shark lifespans, with colder waters often supporting slower metabolisms and providing more stable conditions. In a 2016 study published in the journal Science, researchers concluded that the average age of a group of 28 Greenland sharks in their sample was 272 years old. The oldest shark in the group was estimated to be 392 years old, with a margin of error of approximately 120 years. This finding resulted in a widely held, albeit now disproven, belief that the oldest shark could have been 512 years old. Determining shark lifespans, especially for long-lived species, presents challenges for researchers. Traditional methods like counting growth rings may not be accurate for older sharks, leading to the development of new techniques like radiocarbon dating. Understanding shark lifespans is crucial for conservation, as long-lived species are particularly vulnerable to overfishing and environmental changes. Sustainable management practices are essential for their protection. For more information on sharks, their habitats and how to protect these magnificent ocean guardians, check out our website; 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. #SharkGuardian #OceanConservation #oldshark #greenlandshark #sharks #sharkguardian #savesharks #sharkconservation #sharkeducation #sharkawareness #sharkresearch #shark #sharklover #sharklove #sharklife #sharkaddicts #sharksofinstagram #lovesharks #protectsharks #sharkmeat #sharkfishing #sharkfin
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2 days ago
Protecting Our Seas on World Water Day Today, on World Water Day, we reflect on the indispensable role of freshwater in sustaining life on our planet. Freshwater is essential for drinking, sanitation, agriculture, industry, and the health of ecosystems. Despite its vital importance, freshwater resources face significant threats such as pollution, over-extraction, and climate change. Securing access to clean freshwater is crucial for human well-being, food security, and economic prosperity. Additionally, the conservation of freshwater ecosystems is vital for preserving biodiversity and maintaining a balanced environment. While World Water Day primarily focuses on freshwater, it's essential to recognise its interconnectedness with marine environments, where species like sharks play a significant role. Rivers and estuaries, which are part of freshwater systems, serve as critical habitats for certain shark species. Therefore, efforts to protect freshwater resources ultimately contribute to the conservation of sharks and the broader marine ecosystem. On this World Water Day, let us renew our commitment to sustainable water management and the preservation of our precious freshwater sources. 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. Thank you @tomaskotouc for the stunning photo #WorldWaterDay #SaveOurSharks #SharkGuardian #OceanConservation #sharks #sharkguardian #savesharks #sharkconservation #sharkeducation #sharkawareness #sharkresearch #shark #sharklover #sharklove #sharklife #sharkaddicts #sharksofinstagram #lovesharks #protectsharks #sharkmeat #sharkfishing #sharkfin
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6 days ago
Sharks exhibit polyphyodonty, a continuous tooth replacement process. When a tooth is lost, a new one from a reserve row moves forward to replace it. Some sharks can go through thousands of teeth in their lifetime. Who needs a tooth fairy when you have a whole dental conveyor belt? To learn more interesting facts about sharks, visit or click on the link in our bio. 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. #SharkGuardian #OceanConservation #sharks #sharkguardian #savesharks #sharkconservation #sharkeducation #sharkawareness #sharkresearch #shark #sharklover #sharklove #sharklife #sharkaddicts #sharksofinstagram #lovesharks #protectsharks #sharkmeat #sharkfishing #sharkfin
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7 days ago
A 4 metre (14-foot) female white shark that biologists nicknamed “LeeBeth,” who has a tracking tag, has traveled over 2,000 miles since Dec. 8, from the waters off the coast of Hilton Head Island in South Carolina (USA) to Matamoros, Mexico, near the Texas border on the Gulf Coast. For the full story, read our blog by clicking on the link in our bio. 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. #SharkGuardian #OceanConservation #greatwhiteshark #sharks #sharkguardian #savesharks #sharkconservation #sharkeducation #sharkawareness #sharkresearch #shark #sharklover #sharklove #sharklife #sharkaddicts #sharksofinstagram #lovesharks #protectsharks #sharkmeat #sharkfishing #sharkfin
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8 days ago
Fantastic day this morning presenting at Ruamrudee International School Students from KG-G2 were the first to learn about sharks followed by the rest of primary and finally all of secondary school too. Great to catch up with a teacher friend we have known for years! #shark #sharkkids #sharkeducation #sharkconservation #shooltalks #schoolvisits #biology #marinebiology #sharkexpert #sharkresearch
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10 days ago
We had so much fun on Saturday at @littlelegend.natureplay with shark presentations and playing with the Shark protector box activity set. #sharkschool #sharkeducation #sharkkids #artsandcrafts
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10 days ago
Dive into the world of sharks with us at our Shark Protector Event for Kids! at Nest 🦈🌊 Today we were exploring different shark species, discovering fascinating facts about these ocean predators, and learning why sharks are so important to our marine ecosystems. Plus, we were getting hands-on with activities on how to clean the ocean and engage in sustainable practices to protect these majestic creatures. It was an educational and fun-filled day dedicated to shark conservation! 🦈🪸 #SharkProtector #SharkGuardian #LittleLegend #EKM6 #SustainableActivities #Nestbangkok #KidsActivities #Ecosystems #Savetheocean #Savethesharks #MarineConservation #ReggioInspired #NaturePlays #SensoryPlays
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12 days ago
Doing something very different and exciting today in Bangkok... @littlelegend.natureplay #sharkplay #school #sharkeducation #sharktoy
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12 days ago
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12 days ago
Another awesome day visiting a school in Bangkok yesterday educating kids about sharks! We also ran a number of interesting workshops and stations during our visit to @icsn.th
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14 days ago