Basking Shark Forum

Basking Shark Forum

The Basking Shark Forum brings together researchers, conservationists and anyone with an interest in Basking Sharks in European Waters.

By Shark Trust

Location

Online

About this event

Basking Shark Forum 1st February 2024

A one-day online event, ahead of a series of more focused workshops proposed for Spring 2024. The objective of the opening forum is to showcase the wealth of research, conservation, and project progress since the 2009 Basking Shark Summit in the Isle of Man.

The forum will be structured into four sessions. Each session will consist of a selection of 10-12 minute presentations, followed by a live discussion.

9:15 Welcome & Session 1 - Summaries & Perspectives

10:50 BREAK

11:05 Session 2 - Behaviour & Biology

12:15 LUNCH

1:00 Session 3 - Spatial Ecology & Policy

2:30 BREAK

2:45 Session 4 - Data & Collaboration

Discussion Session

4:45 End

Abstract submission is closed. Presenters should provide prerecorded presentations by Monday 29th January at the latest. Please refer to your email for more details on recording format and contact conservation@sharktrust.org with any queries.

Organised by

Shark Trust

The Shark Trust, based in the UK, works across the world to create a better future for sharks and rays. Decicated to positive change, we combine policy advocacy and implementation with projects that inspire and engage communities to get involved with shark and ocean conservation.

Dedicated to partnership and collaboration, we host a variety of online and in-person events aimed at bringing people together to celebrate and share their passion for shark science and conservation.

Find out more about our work and dig into a world of shark resources at www.sharktrust.org

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