(SHARK FINNING) NEW YORK — The bill to ban shark fin trade in New York State was passed this week, and celebrity supporters of the anti-finning movement, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Ke$ha, couldn’t be more thrilled. Even though finning is already illegal in the states, the ban on trade could effect the practice on a global scale. Read on for more on bill S.6431 and to watch Ke$ha’s shark advocacy video. — Global Animal
(SHARK PICTURES/VIDEO) Found in waters just off the Canary Islands’ coast, this mysterious shark thrives in the ocean’s depths. Featured are some beautiful and amazing pictures of the seldom-seen smalltooth sandtiger shark. — Global Animal
(SHARKS/ANIMAL SCIENCE) EAST ASIA — The rare splendid lantern shark can create the optical illusion of invisibility. This natural superpower allows the shark to mask itself in the dark depths of the ocean where it lives. The shark also uses special light-emitting organs in its body to glow in the dark. Scientists are fascinated by the discovery of this amazing invisible shark. — Global Animal
(OCEAN CONSERVATION) Just in time for Discovery channel’s shark week, survivors of shark attacks are speaking out in favor of the ocean’s powerful predators. In pursuit of ocean conservation, these inspiring animal rights activists seek to end shark hunting and balance the ocean ecosystem. — Global Animal
(SHARKS / OCEAN CONSERVATION) While shark week may be all about the power and strength of sharks, these amazing animals also need protecting from over-fishing and the barbaric practice of finning. Read a comprehensive list of facts about sharks and the up and coming laws that can protect them from endangerment and extinction. — Global Animal
(SHARKS) Whale sharks are most commonly found alone, with their mouths open, drifting peacefully in the ocean. But over 400 of the gargantuan fish assembled off the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico this week. Could it be that these sharks aren’t as solitary as we thought, or could it be that these creatures will gather for special occasions? Find out what drew the whale sharks to Mexico and more. — Global Animal
When you live underwater, do you really need to take a bath? These sharks think so. A recent study on thresher sharks has shown they often go to cleaner fish habitats to stay clean. Read on to find out what implications this study could have on ocean conservation. — Global Animal
and a portion of your purchase – in any department – is donated to Global Animal Foundation.
