While the most significant international Atlantic shark conservation deliberations take place in the autumn, the Shark League works year-round to set the stage for good outcomes at those meetings. We contribute to myriad discussions to promote clear scientific advice, build broad stakeholder support, and maximize fishing nations' capacity to agree and implement effective shark conservation policies. Here's the latest information on our progress.

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New research paints grim future for mako sharks in Atlantic Canada

August 24, 2017

Source: Global News Canada Author: Alexander Quon Even the mako shark, the fastest species of shark in the world, can’t outpace overfishing. According to new scientific research, the...

Conservationists Call for Mako Shark Fishing Ban

August 24, 2017

New Population Assessment Reveals Serious Overfishing in North Atlantic Conservation groups are calling for national and international protections for shortfin mako sharks based on a...

Endangered Devil Ray Landings in Turkey Denounced

March 15, 2017

Conservation Groups Call On Mediterranean Officials to Better Enforce Protections

Baby Step for Blue Sharks, New Voices Against Finning at Atlantic Tuna Meeting

November 21, 2016

ICCAT fishery managers aim to cap North Atlantic blue shark catch as momentum to ban at-sea fin removal grows  Fishing nations gathered for the annual...
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