OCEANS ALIVE CONSERVATION TRUST OUR OCEANS • OUR FUTURE Let's love, respect, appreciate and protect our oceans, nature, wildlife, and our amazing planet. Shark Week 2024 Shark Week 2024 is heavily focused on conservation efforts aimed at raising awareness about the declining shark populations and the critical role sharks play in marine ecosystems. The theme emphasizes the importance of protecting these apex predators, which are essential for maintaining the balance of oceanic environments. One of the central goals of this year's Shark Week is to educate the public about the various threats sharks face, such as overfishing, habitat loss, shark finning, and the impacts of climate change. The program includes scientific research, tagging and tracking of sharks, and tackling the challenges involved in their conservation. For instance, marine biologists highlight how the removal of sharks from ecosystems can lead to negative changes, affecting overall ocean health (Texas A&M Today). Additionally, Shark Week 2024 features special exhibits and interactive events to engage audiences. For example, the American Museum of Natural History in New York has a Sharks exhibition with life-sized models, and the Cox Science Center and Aquarium hosts "Shark Preservation Week," which includes hands-on activities, presentations, and shark feedings (Planet Attractions). Overall, Shark Week 2024 seeks to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for sharks, encouraging conservation actions to protect these vital creatures and ensure their survival for all future generations. OUR PLANET • OUR FUTURE “Caring for our Oceans” “Stronger Together” “Changing Lives” WITH THE PEOPLE • FOR THE PEOPLE www.oceans-alive.org #sharkweek #wildlife #endangeredspecies #marinewildlife #respect #appreciation #ocean #animals #nature #saveouroceans #saveourwildlife #saveourplanet #future #protection #conservation #today #follow
🌍❤️🌀 Sharks
Ocean Enthusiast | Lifelong Learner | Program Registrar at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
2moJaws was my favorite movie growing up and I still love sharks to this day.