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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Bridging the Gaps that Hinder Shark Conservation

August 3, 2023

Information Submitted to the ICCAT Compliance Committee, July 16th, 2023 The ICCAT Executive Secretary has forwarded our concerns to all Parties asking for responses by...

First International Mako Shark Quota Adopted

November 21, 2022

Fishery managers agree groundbreaking safeguards for CITES-listed, South Atlantic population This post is also available in: Français (French) Faro, Portugal. November 21, 2022.  The International Commission for...

Greenland Shark Granted Historic International Protection

September 23, 2022

Northwest Atlantic fishing nations ban retention of longest-lived vertebrate Porto, September 23, 2022. Today, the mysterious Greenland shark – thought to have the longest lifespan...

Morocco Announces Major Mako Protection

February 2, 2022

Fishing and Trade of Shortfin Mako Sharks Banned in Country Ranked Second for Regional Landings The government of Morocco has announced a national prohibition on...

PRESS RELEASE: Endangered Mako Sharks Get A Break

November 23, 2021

International fishery managers agree to historic yet potentially short-term North Atlantic ban The Press Release is also available in: Français (French), Español (Spanish) Madrid, Spain. November 23, 2021....
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