Shark Tales

  Happy Shark Week Everyone! Did you know: In the past there were many attempts throughout history and in many locations throughout the world to rid the waters of sharks by indiscriminate use of longlines and nets, as well as organized shark hunts. This societal attitude has increasingly changed for the better, thanks in large part to advances in shark research and in modes of sharing scientific information with the public through up-to-date publications, the internet, and creative documentaries. Sharks are finally starting to gain support from a section of the public who see them in a more positive and realistic light for what they truly are—a very necessary and vulnerable group of animals that play an invaluable role in our marine environment. Have you ever considered how much we depend on the ocean for our survival? Oceans cover nearly three-quarters of Earth’s surface and provide most of its water supply. Oceans also produce over half of the oxygen that we breathe and absorb a ...

  Clay Creswell – Shark Bite Investigator | Marine Research Advocate | Community Educator Clay Creswell has been a dedicated shark bite investigator for the Shark Research Institute’s Global Shark Attack File since 2004, contributing over two decades of expertise to the study of shark-human interactions along the North and South Carolina coasts. His research plays a vital role in educating the public and informing global conservation efforts. Clay has also served as a trusted source for National Geographic and Red Rock Films regarding shark attack data, and has appeared in the Nat Geo series “When Sharks Attack.” He shares SRI’s mission to ensure sharks are understood, protected, and thriving through science, education, and policy. Clay is also aligned with Encounter NC, a coastal initiative focused on shark condition forecasting and public education. He supports their efforts to raise awareness and funding for Bull Shark research in North Carolina, while advancing the organization...