SHARK NEWS
Shark News is brought to you by White Shark Projects expert team of shark and environmental specialists. Please also check out our Shark Facts page. There is lots of information about all of our sharks and fascinating marine life.
Sustainable Fisheries: Protecting Our Oceans for Future Generations
Sustainable Fisheries: Protecting Our Oceans for Future Generations Sustainable fisheries play a crucial role in preserving ocean health and supporting global food security. As demand for seafood grows, so does the importance of managing fish stocks responsibly to prevent overfishing and protect marine ecosystems. By transitioning to sustainable practices, fisheries can help ensure that fish populations [...]
Sharks Abandoning Coral Reefs: A New Threat from Climate Change
Sharks Abandoning Coral Reefs: A New Threat from Climate Change Sharks, apex predators of the ocean, play a critical role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems. However, recent studies show a growing concern for these majestic creatures as climate change forces them to abandon their natural habitats—stressed coral reefs. Coral reefs are some of the [...]
South Africa’s Flowers
Fynbos and Chelsea Flowers Fame South Africa’s fynbos biome is one of the world’s most extraordinary ecosystems, famous for its incredible biodiversity and unique plant species. It is part of the Cape Floristic Region, and recently took the spotlight when South Africa’s exhibit at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show in London won three awards, including a gold medal. What [...]
Shark Tagging Project
Protecting our smaller sharks Throughout the year, White Shark Projects team have been tagging small shark species as part of the Oceanographic Research Institute's Cooperative Fish Tagging Project (ORI-CFTP). All the data White Shark Projects collects goes towards the ORI-CFTP and helps to conserve South Africa's fish resources. In addition, the project gives White Shark Projects volunteers an opportunity to [...]
Keeping Our Seas Plastic Free
Plastic Pollution Every year, an estimated 8 million tons of plastic enter our oceans. Once there, plastic wreaks havoc on marine life, entangling and being ingested by animals. Tragically and needlessly, 100 million marine animals die each year because of plastic waste. We all have a responsibility to cut down on plastic and recycle whenever possible. We must also reduce [...]
The Importance of Sharks
Why are sharks so important? This is a question many people ask. The importance of sharks and the roles they play in the ocean are often unknown by the general public. Therefore attitudes towards sharks and protecting them are quite negative. So, lets break this down and provide some answers as to what sharks bring to the table. Sharks [...]
Meet the Shark Team continued
The Shark Team It takes a passionate team to ensure our clients have the best possible experience! Working in an environment where you know your team members have your back does not only create so much confidence but also brings great job satisfaction. Over the next couple of weeks I will introduce you to some of these amazing people I [...]
The Shark Man
The Shark Man My name is Tom Slough and I am a marine biologist. When I was asked what I wanted to be when I grew up I always thought I would be a fireman. As years went by and my fascination with sharks grew my answer changed, I wanted to be just like Andre Hartman! For those of you [...]
Volunteer with sharks in South Africa
Volunteer in South Africa My name is Joe Long and this is my third time volunteering for White Shark Projects. I had to wait a couple of years to come back again due to the Covid Pandemic. I was overjoyed to be reunited with some familiar faces, as well as some new ones. Gansbaai is in the Western Cape [...]