The Pufadder shyshark and the Twineye skate are two Endangered species that are found in South Africa’s waters and nowhere else in the world.
This means that if we do not protect them in our waters, we could be directly responsible for their extinction.
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“Every time I see a raft of African penguins come by our boat I’m always like – ‘stop the boat! I’m taking a video!’ It sounds ridiculous but I never take them for granted.” – Nina Brink, Shark Diver, Captain and Fisherwoman.
WATCH: www.facebook.com/reel/1291624...
In Cameroon fishing is not just a livelihood; it’s a way of life, deeply intertwined with their culture, economy, and identity.
However, as these coastal communities thrive, so do the challenges posed by overfishing, particularly for sharks and rays.
saveourseas.com/update/camer...
Meet Ghofrane Labyedh, she leads the Shark and Ray Programme in Cameroon for @ammco.bsky.social, where she is solving a conservation conundrum: Cameroon’s small-scale fisheries account for many threatened sharks & rays in their daily haul, but there is no effective enforced management plan for them.
Spectacular footage of blacktip reef sharks weaving through a shoal of fish in the Maldives! Enjoy 🐟🦈👇
🎥: Jack McCann
Up to 38% of tiger sharks off Tahiti had at least one fishing hook stuck in their bodies.
A potential solution is hooks that may deter sharks. Another option is using carbon steel hooks.
Have you ever seen a shark with a hook before?
🎥: Sebastian Staines
“The penguins are definitely the biggest drawcard for clients we have coming to our company for a kayaking experience.” – Ryan Leatherby, Kayak Cape Town
More needs to be done to protect Africa’s only penguin.
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Over-fishing, damaging industrial activities, habitat destruction, climate change and pollution are not letting up.
By not increasing protection for our oceans, we risk a biodiversity crisis, ocean collapse and a subsequent economic catastrophe.
www.onthebrinksa.co.za/take-action
The #HighSeasTreaty is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to establish MPAs, ensure sustainable ocean management, & safeguard the future of life on Earth.
It’s time to make history. Governments must ratify the High Seas Treaty to restore & protect the ocean.
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If you're looking for a new podcast to listen to, we strongly suggest adding Save Our Seas Foundation (SOSF)'s World of Sharks Podcasts to your list.
Listen in to the latest episode: saveourseas.com/worldofshark...
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South Africa’s oceans are home to approximately 200 different species of sharks & rays, making it one of the most diverse shark & ray populations on the planet.
This #WorldWildlifeDay, we celebrate this but also recognise that it comes with a great responsibility to do what we can to protect them.
FIVE TRUTHS ABOUT THE OCEAN – #4. There's life down there
The deep sea isn’t barren, it’s full of life.
From the gummy squirrel sea cucumber to the yeti crab, strange species thrive in extreme depths - we’ve only scratched the surface of discovery.
Read more: www.aquarium.co.za/foundation/n...
WATCH: Anglers play a key role in protecting sharks and rays. Watch the 1st of 3 videos on safe catch-and-release techniques and get full guidelines at sharksunderattackcampaign.co.za/recreational-fishing.
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A recent study identified the Eastern Cape & KZN as vital migration corridors for endangered oceanic manta rays, with Ballito emerging as a key hotspot.
The study highlights the urgent need for MPAs to protect these giants.
Read more via: www.citizen.co.za/north-coast-...
Add your voice & help encourage global leaders to ratify the High Seas Treaty.
People across the world have shared messages, and so can you.
SIGN HERE: highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratif...
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Love is in the air... as well as the ocean 🩵
For the first time researchers have witnessed whale shark pre-mating behaviour in the wild which could reveal critical clues about how the species reproduces.
The existence of these records further opens the door for whale shark conservation efforts.
A new study has identified the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu Natal's north coast as key migration corridors for reef manta rays (Mobula alfredi) and giant oceanic manta rays (Mobula birostris).
Read more: www.citizen.co.za/north-coast-...
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Shark nets and baited hooks continue to be operated within three of South Africa’s Marine Protected Areas, raising questions about the effectiveness of these sanctuaries and the future of shark protection.
Read on: www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
#sharknets #drumlines #southafrica #kzn
The paradox of having lethal shark instruments in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).
In September 2024, a white shark carcass washed up on the shore of Zinkwazi Beach after being caught on a KZN sharks board drumline, which is within the uThukela MPA.
Read on: www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
There is an abundance of shark and ray species which call the High Seas home. The High Seas Treaty aims to safeguard our shared global waters from overfishing, deep-sea mining, and unchecked exploitation.
Take action: highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratif...
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Increasing protection for the ocean increases protection for people and the planet.
By signing the High Seas Treaty, we can help safeguard our shared global waters from overfishing, deep-sea mining, and unchecked exploitation.
Add your voice: highseasalliance.org/treaty.../ma...
South Africa – the ocean needs us!
Beyond our shores lie the high seas—vast waters that cover nearly half our planet but remain largely unprotected.
Let’s sign the High Seas Treaty - for our people, our economy, and generations to come.
Add your voice: highseasalliance.org/treaty.../ma...
📣TAKE ACTION 📣
The @highseasalliance.bsky.social have launched an online tool to collect and display messages from around the world, urging leaders to ratify the treaty and protect our ocean. South Africa - it’s time for us to sign!
Add your message here: highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratif...
Malta has been recognised as a significant contributor to shark conservation in the Mediterranean, according to a recent study, with 27 actions, policies & initiatives implemented to protect various species of sharks, rays & skates.
timesofmalta.com/article/malt...
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS: Henderson & Ducie Islands are now part of a list of 179 newly designated shark & ray conservation sites across the Pacific and New Zealand.
Research confirms these islands as essential habitats for endangered grey reef sharks & vulnerable whitetip reef sharks.
#sharknews #ISRAs
Hello, Bluesky!
We're so excited to be here, and look forward to connecting with like-minded people, campaigns and organisations as we continue to push for increase protection for sharks and rays in South Africa's oceans.
